Gibson Les Paul Tribute DC strings

[NHM]

I've just purchased a GLPTDC bass, a very nice bit of kit, I'm impressed.

I want to put flats on it, but not sure what length to buy. Gibson specs say the bass is a 30.5" scale, but my tape measure makes it 32" ball-end to nut. So is it short scale or medium?

Any recommendations that fit would be gratefully received!

[Paul S]

I have TI flats on mine. Their shortscale are 32".

[Jus Lukin]

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Edited March 11, 2022 by Jus Lukin

[NHM]

thanks for this info.

I've placed an order for TI Jazz today. I haven't tried these flats before (I've previously used GHS/Fender/LaBella) so I'll be interested to see how they compare.

For spacers, the plastic letter beads you get with LaBellas work really well.

[hooky_lowdown]

If you like higher action you'll be fine, TI's are very low tension. If you prefer a low action you're probably going to get a lot of fret buzz.

[NHM]

yes I'd read about the low tension. I guess I won't know if that suits me until I try them. I'm not too fussed about a super low action, so that's in my favour.

[NHM]

I've fitted the TIs - and they feel and sound great! The only downside is that 32" seem a bit on the long side, as the E and G string have the main body of the string around the post.