Originally posted by Bassplyr
Isn't the reason people use flats on a fretless is to keep stings from digging into the fretboard? Yes, it's a different sound, but at least it preserves the board longer.
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Wear and tear is inevitable. I've always been of the thinking that you strive for the sound you hear in your head--not what protects the fingerboard.

You can always get a fingerboard replaned, dressed, replaced, etc...

If I didn't drive so much, I wouldn't have to replace my tires as often, either. But, that's not going to change my driving habits.

Instrument upkeep is a part of being a musician.

I like the sound of both flats and rounds on a fretless. The Bongo was ordered with the intention of dropping some TI Powerbass or Superalloy strings on there. And, since I've got a US Curbow fretless with TI Flats, I'll have the other option if I want it, too.