Jobiebass Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 I love love love them, ChrisDaBass put them on the Stringray before selling it to me and ive been hooked on them ever since. Just got my 4eq HS Bongo this afternoon, not loving the ernie balls on it so gonna get some elixirs, BUT Gauge??? Ive tralled thru the strings sticky but either im reading it wrong or its contridicting itself. I read Lighter gauge strings have to be tighter to get the note, I would have thought opersite but Im a noob or I wouldnt be here. Also ligher strings are better for slap/tapping, which someone then said the mediums are better. anyways, Im gonna get some new ones for my Stringray, which im sure were 45-100 if im not mistaken (chrisdabass can prob inform me) and I want some for my bongo, I guess im getting the 45-100 then a 125??? 130 is standard, but id like it to be tighter, nothing worse then a floppy B string. I play finger style and attempt to slap so if someone could help me id be more then greatful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bass_ferret Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 I only need 4 strings and cant be arsed to work out the gauges but bass strings are usually measured by the G string (same as thin strings are measured by the top E) so think about it this way - tune your A string down to E - thats the effect of going from 50's (very heavy 50 70 90 110) to 30's (very light 30 50 70 90). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 I love them too - had the same set on for over a year now and they still [url="http://media.putfile.com/Vigier-S2-clean"]sound like new![/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobiebass Posted June 24, 2008 Author Share Posted June 24, 2008 any clue on which gauge I should get for a tight low B? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Legoheads Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 Love them on my guitars (6 string) but not sure on my bass... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 I've never tried them on any of my basses because the guitarist in my current band use them on their guitars and I can honestly say I haven't come across a nastier guitar string that wasn't bargain basement prices. That's pretty much put me off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6stringbassist Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 [quote name='Jobiebass' post='226290' date='Jun 24 2008, 10:42 PM']any clue on which gauge I should get for a tight low B?[/quote] 125. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobiebass Posted June 25, 2008 Author Share Posted June 25, 2008 [quote name='6stringbassist' post='226321' date='Jun 24 2008, 11:10 PM']125.[/quote] awesome, so the lighter they are the better for how tight they are right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 The heavier the string the tighter it will be. I have a .130 B brand new here if you would like it, just PM me your details. Cheers ped P.s - some people find the coating 'flakes' around the playing area but mine have never done this, I guess it is down to your technique (plectrum or not etc) and weather you sweat and so on. I love the fact that I no longer have to worry about dead strings which, for me, really really sap the enjoyment out of playing! P.p.s - worth noting that Elixir strings are patented - other makes like Diddario(sp?) and Warwick coat the string before wrapping it which essentially means there is crud in the string before you even put them on. Elixir coat afterwards so nothing gets in the windings at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGit Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 I use lights with a .125 (Taper wound) on my B string and it's perfect. I also get them from a bloke in the US who can sell them and ship them here for less than the UK string people can sell them for... Last ages but do get hairy bits where I pick them but that's usually around thetime to change them anyway .... BigRedX: That's a really, really pants reason to not try something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 [quote name='OldGit' post='226837' date='Jun 25 2008, 06:19 PM']BigRedX: That's a really, really pants reason to not try something :)[/quote] I know, you're quite right. At some point I really ought to give them a good, but the guitar strings have been so horrible that it's really put me off. Maybe I'll get a set next time I restring one of the 4-stringers and see what I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnylager Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 [quote name='ped' post='226144' date='Jun 24 2008, 07:34 PM']I love them too - had the same set on for over a year now and they still [url="http://media.putfile.com/Vigier-S2-clean"]sound like new![/url][/quote] No sh*t, a year old? - I must try these given my 'set a gig' current usage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 Yep - in fact probably more than I thought. Mind you i don't sweat hardly at all, but i still managed a pack of Elites every few weeks before I switched. They are the cheapest strings you can buy - expensive at first, but the savings over time are immense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 [quote name='Jobiebass' post='226119' date='Jun 24 2008, 07:11 PM']I love love love them, ChrisDaBass put them on the Stringray before selling it to me and ive been hooked on them ever since. Just got my 4eq HS Bongo this afternoon, not loving the ernie balls on it so gonna get some elixirs, BUT Gauge??? Ive tralled thru the strings sticky but either im reading it wrong or its contridicting itself. I read Lighter gauge strings have to be tighter to get the note, I would have thought opersite but Im a noob or I wouldnt be here. Also ligher strings are better for slap/tapping, which someone then said the mediums are better. anyways, Im gonna get some new ones for my Stringray, which im sure were 45-100 if im not mistaken (chrisdabass can prob inform me) and I want some for my bongo, I guess im getting the 45-100 then a 125??? 130 is standard, but id like it to be tighter, nothing worse then a floppy B string. I play finger style and attempt to slap so if someone could help me id be more then greatful[/quote] hey nice to here your still gettin on well with that gorgeous ray! yeah i believe they were 45-100's mate! i love elixirs too! ive been experimenting with DR high beams lately but i reckon i'll get more elixirs soooooon!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGit Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 (edited) Here's the guy I get them from [url="http://[email protected]"][email protected][/url] Tom 040-060-075-095 Super Light Gauge 4 string for about £22, delivered. or check out his ebay store for other makes [url="http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MyMusicStuff"]http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MyMusicStuff[/url] Edited June 25, 2008 by OldGit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leprechaun Posted June 25, 2008 Share Posted June 25, 2008 [quote name='OldGit' post='226980' date='Jun 25 2008, 10:58 PM']Here's the guy I get them from [url="http://[email protected]"][email protected][/url] Tom 040-060-075-095 Super Light Gauge 4 string for about £22, delivered. or check out his ebay store for other makes [url="http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MyMusicStuff"]http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MyMusicStuff[/url][/quote] That's great, he's got 5 string sets for under £30 inc delivery, that's a good 10 quid cheaper than what I've been paying! Nice one.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGit Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 [quote name='leprechaun' post='227017' date='Jun 26 2008, 12:09 AM']That's great, he's got 5 string sets for under £30 inc delivery, that's a good 10 quid cheaper than what I've been paying! Nice one..[/quote] Tom will do a deal on multiple sets too .. Worth an email to ask.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky L Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 [quote name='OldGit' post='227101' date='Jun 26 2008, 08:40 AM']Tom will do a deal on multiple sets too .. Worth an email to ask..[/quote] This sounds really interesting, I just need to check what guages I can get in the Elixir range. Just to check, the ones you guys are talking about are Nanoweb? I pick, have terrible technique but don't sweat much and I want that new sound for as long as I can. I am sorely tempted to get a pack, on top of a normal Ernie Ball order, to give 'em a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunsfreddy2003 Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 Hi Guys, I use this guy on the web and he is brilliant, great prices and I guarantee you that his delivery is unbelievably quick! I would recommend him to you all. [url="http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Guitar-Strings-n-Things_Electric-Bass-Strings_W0QQcolZ4QQdirZ1QQfsubZ4QQftidZ2QQtZkm"]http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Guitar-Strings-n-...4QQftidZ2QQtZkm[/url] Cheers Mark [quote name='OldGit' post='226980' date='Jun 25 2008, 10:58 PM']Here's the guy I get them from [url="http://[email protected]"][email protected][/url] Tom 040-060-075-095 Super Light Gauge 4 string for about £22, delivered. or check out his ebay store for other makes [url="http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MyMusicStuff"]http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MyMusicStuff[/url][/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGit Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 [quote name='Marky L' post='227489' date='Jun 26 2008, 04:26 PM']This sounds really interesting, I just need to check what guages I can get in the Elixir range. Just to check, the ones you guys are talking about are Nanoweb?[/quote] Yeah Nanoweb the orginal things they made were awful ... Pretty sure you can' getthem any more .. or they'll be very old stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldGit Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 [quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' post='227493' date='Jun 26 2008, 04:35 PM']Hi Guys, I use this guy on the web and he is brilliant, great prices and I guarantee you that his delivery is unbelievably quick! I would recommend him to you all. [url="http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Guitar-Strings-n-Things_Electric-Bass-Strings_W0QQcolZ4QQdirZ1QQfsubZ4QQftidZ2QQtZkm"]http://stores.ebay.co.uk/Guitar-Strings-n-...4QQftidZ2QQtZkm[/url] Cheers Mark[/quote] Great prices? With the delivery that's more expensive than Strings Direct and about £6 a set more than the guy in the US ... or am I missing something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jobiebass Posted June 26, 2008 Author Share Posted June 26, 2008 [quote name='CHRISDABASS' post='226953' date='Jun 25 2008, 09:55 PM']hey nice to here your still gettin on well with that gorgeous ray! yeah i believe they were 45-100's mate! i love elixirs too! ive been experimenting with DR high beams lately but i reckon i'll get more elixirs soooooon!!! [/quote] Its LUSH! Havent played a better 'Ray yet! 45-100's it is then, ill PM you about the B string Ped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted June 26, 2008 Share Posted June 26, 2008 PM'd you back matey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_bass5 Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 [quote name='OldGit' post='227519' date='Jun 26 2008, 05:10 PM']Great prices? With the delivery that's more expensive than Strings Direct and about £6 a set more than the guy in the US ... or am I missing something?[/quote] Certainly the set i got from Strings direct cost me less than from this guy. But that was due to free postage from SD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Unfortunately string tension and gauge aren't as easy to assess as you think and I wouldn't just go off the string diameter either! Below are some stats for D'Addario bass strings (lifted straight from their site as I'd just been looking at them) and as you can see from the first 2 sets the G string on the .040 Superlights is significantly less than the G (.035) on the Extra Supers. However... if you go to the G on the heavies (0.55) it is almost triple / double the tension of the other two sets but the difference between the E strings is not as great as any of the others. Oh the joy of strings EPS180 Extra Super Light/Long Scale diameter tension item # note inches mm lbs. kg PSB035 G .035 0.89 25.7 11.66 PSB055 D .055 1.40 37.6 17.05 PSB075 A .075 1.91 34.7 15.74 PSB095 E .095 2.41 31.8 14.42 EPS220 Super Light/Long Scale diameter tension item # note inches mm lbs. kg PSB040 G .040 1.02 33.8 15.33 PSB060 D .060 1.52 43.7 19.82 PSB075 A .075 1.91 34.7 15.74 PSB095 E .095 2.41 31.8 14.42 EPS230 Heavy/Long Scale diameter tension item # note inches mm lbs. kg PSB055 G .055 1.40 67.0 30.38 PSB075 D .075 1.91 61.8 28.02 PSB090 A .090 2.29 54.8 24.85 PSB110 E .110 2.79 44.4 20.13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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