ped Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 Just thought I would put in a good word for [url="http://www.stringsdirect.co.uk/"]http://www.stringsdirect.co.uk/[/url] I ordered a load of strings yesterday at about 2pm and they came this morning. Super dooper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bw_user_name Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 +1 from me, got some elites a few months ago. Super fast delivery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dood Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 And they entertain custom/bulk orders too at great prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted August 17, 2007 Author Share Posted August 17, 2007 Stringsdirect are actually a bit cheaper for my Elixir super light sets. I origionally went with them because for some reason stringbusters wasn't remembering my account info, and didn't do 6 string sets I was after when I had my Alembic. I haven't changed since! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul, the Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 I tried to buy a set from Stringbusters. The website said the item was in stock, four days later stringbusters said they didn't have any and that they would send a set in 7-8 weeks. I bought the strings on Ebay from the US and got them in two weeks at a cheaper price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinman Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 I get my stuff from this place now, after years of buying from stringsdirect. Can't seem to beat these prices. [url="http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MyMusicStuff_Electric-Bass-Strings_W0QQcolZ4QQdirZ1QQfsubZ3QQftidZ2QQtZkm"]http://stores.ebay.co.uk/MyMusicStuff_Elec...3QQftidZ2QQtZkm[/url] Although in a couple of weeks a work mate is going out to Vegas and will be taking my shopping list with him, so I'll be saving even more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted August 18, 2007 Author Share Posted August 18, 2007 Cheers tinchap, unfortunately they don't have 'my' brand! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 [quote name='paul, the' post='46847' date='Aug 17 2007, 01:48 PM']I tried to buy a set from Stringbusters. The website said the item was in stock, four days later stringbusters said they didn't have any and that they would send a set in 7-8 weeks. I bought the strings on Ebay from the US and got them in two weeks at a cheaper price.[/quote] Just goes to show - never experienced anything other than hassle free next day delivery from Stringbusters . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinman Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 [quote name='ped' post='47087' date='Aug 18 2007, 10:43 AM']Cheers tinchap, unfortunately they don't have 'my' brand![/quote] What are you after mate? I may be able to do something for you (within reason of course) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted August 18, 2007 Author Share Posted August 18, 2007 I use the super light size Elixirs, with a .125 B for the 5 string. Not to worry though matey, I just got a batch and judging by how long these strings last on my basses I won't be after any more for some time. Cheers anyway mate ;0) ped Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinman Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 [quote name='ped' post='47125' date='Aug 18 2007, 01:22 PM']I use the super light size Elixirs, with a .125 B for the 5 string. Not to worry though matey, I just got a batch and judging by how long these strings last on my basses I won't be after any more for some time. Cheers anyway mate ;0) ped[/quote] No worries fella, just thought I'd offer. I should be going myself in March next year so I'll be getting myself a bucket load (check out the prices at 'Guitar center' they're amazing) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjb Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 (edited) Try these [url="http://saitenkatalog.de/shop1/product_info.php/manufacturers_id/51/products_id/3285?osCsid=52557f64e37374066de9fda121756b18"]http://saitenkatalog.de/shop1/product_info...de9fda121756b18[/url] I ordered two sets of DR fatbeams for my 6 string, the price came to about £56 including delivery - £28 per set. Stringbusters and stringsdirect normally charge about £40 per set. The strings arrived after about 3 days. Edited August 18, 2007 by kjb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s_u_y_* Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 +1 for Stringsdirect. Consistently fast delivery and a good range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted August 18, 2007 Share Posted August 18, 2007 Stringbusters once sent me a 5 string set when i'd ordered a 6. When I rang to point out the mistake they did send the correct set immediately and came the next day, along with an SAE to send back the 5 set. Stringsdirect have always been 100%, although a little pricer on D'Addarios (which I use). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sk8 Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 another +1 for strings direct Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lfalex v1.1 Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 I live within travelling distance of the warehouse. If I'm up that way, I drop in (they had a small shop, which has now expanded to include "Holiday Music") The service in-person is as good as you guys are getting via mail. They frequently let me into the stock room to have a look at strings and stuff. They're quite knowledgeable, but are (predictably) better with guitar advice. They do, however, admit the limits of their knowledge when it comes to products they're not that familiar with AND will listen to their customers' experiences. So... A +1 from me, too! If the amp/instrument retail side goes the same way, they could indeed be very good for things besides strings! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted October 10, 2007 Author Share Posted October 10, 2007 Why not enter the Elixir strings competition and try some on your bass ;0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassmonster Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 [quote name='stewblack' post='47119' date='Aug 18 2007, 12:43 PM']Just goes to show - never experienced anything other than hassle free next day delivery from Stringbusters .[/quote] me to, used them for a few years now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stag Posted October 10, 2007 Share Posted October 10, 2007 Im gonna be needing some short scales for my Musicmaster very soon - looks like Strings direct are the guys to use then! Cheers for the thread. Never used D'Addarios before, seems like they are quite well liked on here (I normally use Elites on my long-scales)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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