Bongo strings and setup: go heavier?

[philthygeezer]

I have a Bongo 4 HH that I put EB Super Slinkies on and I can't seem to dial in a low action like I can with my Stingray. I put TI Jazz Flats on it and it's a similar situation to the Super Slinkies, but the sound doesn't speak to me as much.

Will going up to Regular 50-105 slinkies allow me to set the action a bit lower without fret buzz?

I put this in basses rather than strings as it's more of a Bongo-specific question to me.

 

[nismaniac]

Bump.

Good question, I'd like to hear some responses on this as well. I've never really ventured out of the 45-105 range myself.

 

[mike not fat]

Hi philthy, I answered your question on the string forum

http://www.ernieball.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7591

I really think going to heavier gauge strings will improve your neck adjustment.

MNF

 

[AnthonyD]

Heavier strings may help you get lower, buzz-free action... Discussed here.

 

[philthygeezer]

Thanks guys, and thanks for replying to the other thread mike. I forgot about that post, and your answer was very relevent to my current problem.

I found a set of regular slinkies in my gear box that I will try. I'll post how it works out.

 

[mike not fat]

Philthy, you can also read the following thread, where many really good infos are given by Gav on how to get the lower action possible and how to adjust neck and string regarding your playing style.

http://www.ernieball.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7393&highlight=sterling+13th+fret

MNF

 

[philthygeezer]

I put the regular Slinkies on today and they seem to have made a big difference to the feel of the fretboard. I didn't adjust the trussrod after the TI JF344s came off but just lowered the saddles a little.

Very comfy with virtually no rattle now. It doesn't seem any harder to fret and I like the way my fingers pluck the slightly thicker stings without bending them as much. It really did change the way the Bongo feels to me. I like it.

Thanks guys.

 

[mike not fat]

Happy we could help you. You can fully enjoy your instrument now.

MNF