Crawford13 Posted June 25, 2021 Share Posted June 25, 2021 I think i have finally found my string of Choice, Dunlop Nickel Super bright 40-100. The sound, feel and tension of these strings are just exactly what I want. It's only taken me 20 years... 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 I’ve recently bought a bass that has what I think are Dunlop flats on it, and they’re very nice, tension good, sound good. I’ve never really gelled with flats but these ones just seem to work, so I may we’ll look into their rounds as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 I really like their flats and the regular nickel rounds. Great strings and tension is lovey. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_S Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 I was given a set to try (SB nickels, but 45-125) and ended up using the 45-105 out of the pack as 4 string set since they were all I had around that was suitable to put on a Precision that had come out of retirement and needed freshening up. They felt fine, but the lower tension didn't do it for me on a top loading bass and I ended up getting rid and replacing them with my usual EXL165s. However, a couple of months ago I bought a USA Pro Jazz 5 and the Fender strings that came on it felt like playing the Humber Bridge. I ordered a set of Dunlops for it and the combination of slightly lower tension than I normally like, but stringing through the body instead of top loading, seems to have rounded out at a very pleasing feel indeed. I think they'll be the strings I stick with on that bass, but I just need this set to wear out so I can put a new Hipshot A bridge on next time I restring, because the current Fender USA bridge is a proper knuckle-shredder and needs to go. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lownote Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 I bought a bass with Dunlop flats on it and will seek no other. Just right for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pirellithecat Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 Hi, Anyone compared /have experience of the TI flats v the Dunlops? I really like the TI's, but they are too "floppy" for my Sandberg. Using Fender Flats which are "OK" but not great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 I've been using tapewounds on all my 5ers for the past few months. They give me that phat, old skool soul/ funk sound I've been chasing for years. Nice smooth feel, tension and tones. I'd recommend them - the Warwick and Fender ones are very affordable at under £30. Status are sold out but can supply odd strings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassfan Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 Good choice. I use those of the sadowsky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 Might give these a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassfan Posted July 30, 2021 Share Posted July 30, 2021 2 hours ago, bassfan said: Good choice. I use those and the Sadowsky’s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supernaut Posted August 3, 2021 Share Posted August 3, 2021 On 30/07/2021 at 16:33, Pirellithecat said: Hi, Anyone compared /have experience of the TI flats v the Dunlops? I really like the TI's, but they are too "floppy" for my Sandberg. Using Fender Flats which are "OK" but not great. Try La Bella 760FX - little more tension than the TIs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
such Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 On 30/07/2021 at 16:33, Pirellithecat said: Hi, Anyone compared /have experience of the TI flats v the Dunlops? I really like the TI's, but they are too "floppy" for my Sandberg. Using Fender Flats which are "OK" but not great. I haven't had TIs in a long time, but a close friend has them on all his basses and I have a go regularly. Dunlop and Fender flats are my favourite strings and I always have at least one bass with each. I feel that in a way all three share rich, complex, somewhat growly midrange and plenty of sustain. Dunlops are probably closer to TIs in pliability, smooth feel (they are smoother in fact) and the more traditional note envelope. At £31 that GuitarGuitar sells them for, worth a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skybone Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 I know I'm in the minority, but I do like the Dunlop Stainless Steel Roundwounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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