HEAVY Gauge

NUTT · Tadpole Joined: 10 Nov 2003 Posts: 23 Location: Normal

Okay, I play Drop D, a full step down (C, G, C, F).

I am currently getting a little flap on my strings and am thinking of going to a set of heavy gauge GHS Bass Boomers (115, 95, 70, 50).

What are the pros and cons of using the heavy gauge strings, specifically playability, speed, tension on the neck.

Thanks
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scorpionldr · Posted: Mon Nov 10, 2003 6:43 pm Post subject:

those actually feel a little bit unplayable. try the ernie power slinkies and then you'll have a good fit. they get broken in after a coule of days too, easy

CaptainSaveAHo · Bear Cub Joined: 10 Jan 2003 Posts: 647

Yeah, EB's work well.

The tension gets pretty insane, but then again, you'll be downtuned by so much, that it won't be an issue really. Might have to raise the strings if they start buzzing on you though.

Thicker strings are very easy to fret though, so instead of worrying about fretting, you can worry about your speed instead. I bought 105's to replace the 100's or whatever came with my bass, and it's a little easier now (you have to push down harder, but the strings aren't sliding all over like fretting a guitar).

MustangDave · Tadpole Joined: 10 Nov 2003 Posts: 16

I've thought about trying the super heavys as well, since I spend a lot of time tuned to C-flat and the strings are awful loose and prone to buzz. If you try them, lemmie know how it goes.