steve Posted December 26, 2013 Posted December 26, 2013 Quick update, I had these on my bass for a couple of days, but couldn't get on with the higher tension, so they're off again and can be posted out over the next few days if you can pm me your address Dave?
TheRev Posted February 13, 2014 Posted February 13, 2014 Okeydoke, I'm ready to pass these on to the next person on the list. Step up please! I liked the sound and feel of these - essentially the same as the Rockabillys on my working bass, but the higher tension gives a clearer tone, particulary with the E and A. The strong fundamental still comes through, but with more clarity and sustain. Tension wise, they feel a bit lower than Spiro mediums (close to Superflexibles) so if you like playing Spiros but want a tone that doesn't sound like a set of knackered springs from a Fender Twin Reverb then these could be the strings for you... Ultimately, I found the G tension a bit to high for me.....but then I hit on an amazing idea! I really like the super silver G and D, but find the A and E to be just a smidge lacking in definition (the sound of the A string when tuned to A# is great - drop back to A and the magic disappears...) sooooo, I removed the G and D Ultras and replaced with G and D Super silvers. The result is a very tasty combination of solid well-defined low end and smooth jazzy top end. Niiice.
daflewis Posted February 15, 2014 Author Posted February 15, 2014 Hi Dave, I like it! I've had a number of people mention that the tensions tend to be higher on the top than the bottom with the Ultras and the Supers, and I think it's something I'm going to spend some time looking into when the new prototypes - "Polychromes" are finally on sale! I'd be really interested to hear/try your bass with that combination if there's any chance some day... On a purely aesthetic note - how's the half silver/half black look - Pretty funky?!
TheRev Posted February 19, 2014 Posted February 19, 2014 It's certainly a striking combination and it was a bit weird looking at first, but I barely notice it now. I'll sort out a photo and some recordings this weekend if I get the chance.
daflewis Posted March 25, 2014 Author Posted March 25, 2014 (edited) Hi Everyone, There has been some confusion recently about what to do when you've finished with the strings, so just a reminder for everyone... There's a list in the opening post of each topic that I update as often as I can, so you can keep an eye on where the strings are and also see who you need to contact when you're done with them. - (But it's all in the terms and conditions thread, which everyone has, of course, read... ) Cheers, Daf Edited March 25, 2014 by daflewis
TheRev Posted March 26, 2014 Posted March 26, 2014 Sent out to Trashabilly today - sorry for the delay. Dave
daflewis Posted November 10, 2014 Author Posted November 10, 2014 The string trial programme is now closed to new applicants - sorry!
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