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Will Flats Help

This is a discussion on Will Flats Help within the Ernie Ball Strings forums, part of the Gear Talk category; I was wondering if flats strings sounded good on the MM Stingray 5, It's a 2005 and with rounds it ...

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    Will Flats Help

    I was wondering if flats strings sounded good on the MM Stingray 5, It's a 2005 and with rounds it very bright on the D & G. I would like some output before I buy a set. I play Gospel so I need a warm bass tone with good bottom and mids, I don't slap at all so I tend to roll off the treble. Thanks.

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    it sounds like you are going to hit home run with flats on your bass

    if you love that james jamerson thump its just what youre looking for!

    MrM
    just put flats on the bongo!!
    just put roundwounds on your fretless!!

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    Go for the flats ......You will not be disappointed. Listen to my Stingray here on myspace Stephanie Woods on MySpace Music - Free Streaming MP3s, Pictures & Music Downloads

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    You can't really go wrong with trying a set. I suggest EB Group III's. Flats last forever. You could always try them and take them off if they don't work-out - and pull them out again downstream for another whirl. It's not a significant investment - especially in context of other things people try, like effects. The other benefits include the smooth feel, less string noise and less wear on your frets - go for it!
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    Thanks guys i'll try a set, that what I looking for old school thump.
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    Cool

    Did this gig with the flats on the MM StingRay 5. Checkout how they sound.
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    Quite the band!
    ^hb 1/23/12 imo^

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    Great and inspiring! You have a good gig bass4worship. I play guitar in my church and bass in a rock/pop band. Best of both worlds. Thanks for sharing this with us..
    G.

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    Quote Originally Posted by N.F.A. View Post
    Great and inspiring! You have a good gig bass4worship. I play guitar in my church and bass in a rock/pop band. Best of both worlds. Thanks for sharing this with us..
    G.
    Thanks Guys

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