Stingray + Flats = ?

[IBassLikeThis!]

I have heard that Stingray with flat wound strings isnt the greatest sound in the world, but I am told it is unique, and some people like it. Could someone recomend me some flatwound strings, or tell me about the sound of a Stingray with flats?

 

[shamus63]

The Stingray I sent off to Dude had flats on them. If you're not worried about high-end snap or clarity, but want thump and real warmth, flats are the way to go. IMHO.

My new Ray and Bongo will have flats on them right after they get delivered.

 

[Nickytwister]

Stick some Ernie Ball flats on there 45-100 (Group 3s?) - I use them all the time and you can still get LOADS of snap out of them.

 

[shamus63]

Stick some Ernie Ball flats on there 45-100 (Group 3s?) - I use them all the time and you can still get LOADS of snap out of them.

I'm having a helluva time finding those locally. Going to have to do some 'surfing' for them.

 

[Fuzzy Dustmite]

I'm having a helluva time finding those locally. Going to have to do some 'surfing' for them.

I got my group IIs from Musician's Friend...

Here's their group IIIs

 

[shamus63]

I got my group IIs from Musician's Friend...

Here's their group IIIs

Thanks Fuzzy!

I'm going to check them at lunch time.

 

[Nickytwister]

I just read the link - sensitive fingers.....????!!!!!
I think I must be the only bloke in England who uses these - I stick them on my 5s too sometimes - I get 'em from Strings'n'things the UK distributor.
I can't praise them enough on the four.
See what you think!
N x

 

[shamus63]

I just read the link - sensitive fingers.....????!!!!!
I think I must be the only bloke in England who uses these - I stick them on my 5s too sometimes - I get 'em from Strings'n'things the UK distributor.
I can't praise them enough on the four.
See what you think!
N x

Just checked the MF link for the Group III's; the gauges are right in line with what I use.

I'll place my order after I eat, though I'm going to check with Dude first.

(Not about eating)

 

[BassPooch]

Awesome with Flats

I have a SUB 4 bass and it sounds amazing with flatwound strings. I get numerous comments from musicians on how nice and warm, not boomy, my bass sounds. Be warned: once you try flats, you'll be hooked on the feel and sound.

 

[phatduckk]

Just checked the MF link for the Group III's; the gauges are right in line with what I use.

I'll place my order after I eat, though I'm going to check with Dude first.

(Not about eating)

james just go to gelb and Ken, Eric or Ed will order some for u. Theyre super cool dudes. they hook me up with my Stainless Steal Super Slinkys all the time. only takes a couple of days.

 

[shamus63]

james just go to gelb and Ken, Eric or Ed will order some for u. Theyre super cool dudes. they hook me up with my Stainless Steal Super Slinkys all the time. only takes a couple of days.

If they had them in stock, I'd get right over there. Other than that, might as well just place an order right here (you know RWC traffic).

You're right, though...those guys are a class act!