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Hi All!
For some reason the search feature of the forum seems to be down, so please excuse me if this is a repeat question.
I purchased a new SR505 about 2 months ago (From Guitar Center). It is now time for some new strings, however I'm having some problems with this.....
The bass came with a "taper wound" B string, and I can't seem to find a set with this type of winding. I have found various single strings, but no sets. I rather not buy a 4-string set, and then the additional 5th string if I can help it, does anyone have any ideas?
Could this bass be strung with a traditional set of strings, then adjust the saddle height for the new B string?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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IDunnoWhy wrote:Hi All!
For some reason the search feature of the forum seems to be down, so please excuse me if this is a repeat question.
I purchased a new SR505 about 2 months ago (From Guitar Center). It is now time for some new strings, however I'm having some problems with this.....
The bass came with a "taper wound" B string, and I can't seem to find a set with this type of winding. I have found various single strings, but no sets. I rather not buy a 4-string set, and then the additional 5th string if I can help it, does anyone have any ideas?
Could this bass be strung with a traditional set of strings, then adjust the saddle height for the new B string?
Any help would be greatly appreciated. I know Carvin strings, several La Bella sets, as well as Dunlop and Sadowsky strings have sets with a taper wound B. Though, it's perfectly fine to use a non-tapered string. It's all about personal preference.
Current "Heard":UV777PBK - UV7PWH - UV7BK "Green Dot" - UV7BK "Green Silver Dot" - RG7620VK - RG7420BK - RG1527RB GUITAR SET-UP AND MAINTENANCEIbanez Catalogs--- Megatron's Trem GuideNeed replacement parts? Go here.Want to talk to Ibanez USA (Hoshino USA)? Then call this number (PA area code): (215)245-1648.OFFICIAL IBANEZ PARTS & APPAREL STORE!!!
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As MaxOfMetal says, the Carvin 5011 strings have a tapered B. (the picture is a link)  They cost about $15 a set.
 
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Hey Guys,
Thanks for the quick responses!
I'm going to go ahead and try setting up my bass with a set of "Ernie Ball Power Slinky" we'll see how that goes....If all else fails I'll try a set of those Carvins..
Thanks again!
D
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IDunnoWhy wrote:Hey Guys,
Thanks for the quick responses!
I'm going to go ahead and try setting up my bass with a set of "Ernie Ball Power Slinky" we'll see how that goes....If all else fails I'll try a set of those Carvins..
Thanks again!
D The Ernie Ball bass strings are pretty nice, I have several of my basses set-up with them. Definitely some of my favorites.
Current "Heard":UV777PBK - UV7PWH - UV7BK "Green Dot" - UV7BK "Green Silver Dot" - RG7620VK - RG7420BK - RG1527RB GUITAR SET-UP AND MAINTENANCEIbanez Catalogs--- Megatron's Trem GuideNeed replacement parts? Go here.Want to talk to Ibanez USA (Hoshino USA)? Then call this number (PA area code): (215)245-1648.OFFICIAL IBANEZ PARTS & APPAREL STORE!!!
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I've had replacement of the factory elixirs work great for the longest, and the slinky's too.
My next stop is for personal reasons either a set of DR Black Beauties or a custom set from CircleK.
SR505 -- Organic tone, going deep and pure with Bartolini
Crate 220 - adequate starter head with decent EQ
Ampeg SVT-15E cab - my low notes are pure!
Possible future head upgrade: SVT-3pro or -4pro (when my ship comes in.... ;-))
Possible future cab: SVT-18 (true!) or AccuGroove El Whappo Grande (even deeper)
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You don't have to put taper-wound strings on just because that's what the bass came with. But you may have to lower the bridge saddle a bit if you don't.
That being said, the Fender 8250-5 sets have a tapered B string. $26 at juststrings.com, but I think I've seen them for less elsewhere. I like the sound; fairly warm.
Ed
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