Acoustic bass strings

[Sambrook]

I think I know this is a dumb question, but can you use any strings on an acoustic bass?  Or do the pins at the bridge dictate 'special' strings? 

[Delberthot]

I've used regular flatwound strings on an acoustic before. I don't like the screetchy squeaky noise that the bronze ones make when you move your left hand

[Nebadon2000]

Try low tension flats from LaBella or TI. To much tension can be a problem. If you prefer Rounds try with Round Core [not Hex] and light gauge 40-95/100

[RedVee]

My Acoustic came with those horrible Phosphor Bronze strings, so I quickly replaced them with La Bella White Nylon Tapewounds which are a popular choice for Acoustics.They are ten times better than the stocks in both feel and tone.

Edited June 29, 2020 by RedVee

[Sambrook]

Thanks all. 

[therealting]

I also replaced the horrible phosphor bronze strings on my Warwick Alien with La Bella tapewounds - I went for white nylon golds. 

[Maude]

First thing I've ever done with an acoustic (guitar or bass) is get those bronze strings off. You'll lose a bit of acoustic volume usually, but along with that you'll lose the horrific clatter and screech you get from playing it. 

I've got Fender nylons on both my acoustic basses.