| Author | Message | ||
| fmm
Advanced Member Username: fmm Post Number: 301 Registered: 6-2002 |
How long should string bass strings last? What about strings on an EUB? I’ve only changed strings on such instruments when they break. | ||
| funkyjazzjunky
Senior Member Username: funkyjazzjunky Post Number: 610 Registered: 5-2007 |
How often do you play? What types of strings do you prefer (flat, roundwound, coated)? | ||
| darkstar01
Advanced Member Username: darkstar01 Post Number: 239 Registered: 6-2005 |
They'll last for a long, long time. I haven't changed mine on my Wilfer since I bought it 5 years ago. Still work just fine. My old teacher, who is a pretty well known concert bassist, told me he hasn't changed his in over 10 years. Matter of opinion, I guess. | ||
| fmm
Advanced Member Username: fmm Post Number: 302 Registered: 6-2002 |
I'm asking for another bass player. He has one of the new NS models. Flats, plays probably 8 hours a week. | ||
| funkyjazzjunky
Senior Member Username: funkyjazzjunky Post Number: 612 Registered: 5-2007 |
Austin is right, they will last (and perform) quite some time | ||
| adriaan
Moderator Username: adriaan Post Number: 2556 Registered: 6-2002 |
The strings that the NS EUBs ship with do not appear to have the greatest reputation for longevity. The closest thing to indestructible would be TI Spirocores. Also note that NS basses take 3/4 length strings, except for Spirocores that you need to get in 4/4 length. |
