Material: Tin-plated high-carbon steel core/Iron-cobalt alloy winding They sound new for longer, they’re resilient and they feel more like an uncoated string - what’s not to love? For players that want to cover a lot of ground musically, or that play in multiple bands, then the D’Addario XTs are ideal. These nickel-plated steel bass strings provide a good balance of warmth and brightness, making them a great all-round string. However, D’Addario has managed to pack in all the pros of coated strings whilst retaining most of the feel of uncoated strings. Some players are put off by the feel of coated strings. Material: NY Steel core/coated nickel-plated steel windingĪvailable gauges: 45-100, 45-105, 45-130, 50-105, 37-90 (GS Mini Bass), 32-130 (6-String Bass)Ĭoated strings keep that bright, ’fresh string’ sound for longer and mean you don’t have to replace them as often, so straight away, the D’Addario XTs have you covered if you’re after long-lasting bass strings. We wouldn’t describe these as a versatile string but if it’s an acoustic vibe you’re after, it just has to be a set of tapewounds. The Tru Bass 88’s metal core is wrapped in a flatwound nylon winding, offering a deep warm tone with a buttery smooth feel, plus increased dynamic range and touch sensitivity that metal strings simply can’t match. Check out their signature tones on The Beatles’ Abbey Roa/ ( Paul McCartney), The Jam’s All Mod Cons (Bruce Foxton), David Bowie’s Diamond Dogs and Lou Reed’s Transformer (Herbie Flowers on both). + Upright/acoustic bass tones on electric bassįor acoustic and upright style sounds from a regular electric bass you just can’t beat a set of tapewounds – and these Rotosounds are the real deal. Material: Stainless steel core/Nylon tape windingĪvailable gauges: 65-115 (short scale, medium scale, long scale, extra long scale), 65-135 (five-string) This generally balanced tone makes the NYXLs ideal for the five- or six-string bass player too, where players will be exploring the extended range. Fairly smooth to the touch, finger noise should be fairly low too. Well, the D’ads may be just the job if you find Slinkys on the bright side – this set are warmer from the get go, without too much new string ‘zing’, but with plenty of midrange clarity and harmonic richness. + Four, five and six-string sets availableĭesigned as an all-round bass string with a balanced tone suitable for all styles, the NYXLs are competing in the fiercely fought mid-price market – but, crucially, at a higher price than the perennial Ernie Ball Slinkys. Available in 2 classic finishes: Tobacco Burst and Ebony.Material: High carbon steel core/Nickel plated steel windingĪvailable gauges: 40-95, 45-100, 45-105, 50-105, 55-110, 45-125 (five-string), 45-130 (five-string), 32-130 (six-string) The Thunderbird high output, ceramic magnet loaded humbucking pickups (neck and bridge) deliver the sonic and iconic low end voice for which the Thunderbird is known. The narrow nut width and rounded neck profile neck feels both fast and intuitive. The traditional 9-ply mahogany/walnut neck through body construction provides a thundering low end response and a piano like sustain. The Gibson Thunderbird has the classic reverse body and headstock design as originally introduced in 1963 as Gibson's first neck-through-body bass design.
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