Here are reviews of the best bass strings.
It’s best to always keep spare strings as they do break, and over period of time they start sounding dull.
You may have to use strings of different makes before you know which is the one your fingers like and is best suited to your artistic taste.
Also, as a beginner, you may not really need an expensive one. Besides, its best not to judge a string based on its price tag. There are some relatively inexpensive bass string that are quite good actually.
Here are different varieties of bass strings that you can check out.
DR Strings Sunbeam – Nickel Plated Round Core 5 String Bass 45-125
Most prefer Nickel Strings over Stainless Steel because of the smoother feel and it doesn’t hurt the fingers as much.
DR Strings Hi-Beam – Stainless Steel Round Core Medium 5 String 45-125
The Hi-Beams are similar to the Sunbeams but are wound with a Stainless Steel wrap wire. The round core seems to boost the low end while the stainless steel produces plenty of highs.
DR Fat Beams (MM6-125)
If you are looking for that Marcus Miller sound, here it is! They seem to boost the low end while also providing an excellent foundation for that old school sounding funk and slap bass!
These strings have a round core as well.
DR BKB5-45 Black Beauty Coated Strings, Medium 5-String with 125
These are smoother on the fingers than other stainless steel strings because of the coating. They are also super bright sounding and last a long time. Built on the same round core as Sunbeams, Hi-Beams, and Fat Beams.
D’Addario Bass Strings Set Xl, 45-100, Long
These string gauges tend to be more balanced for my particular playing style on a four string bass.
D’Addario Bass Strings Set Xl, 40-95, Super Long
Here are some light gauge strings that are very similar to the one’s that Victor Wooten uses.
Also, be sure to check the scale length when buying D’addario strings. “Long scale” is the standard 4 string bass which measures 34″.
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