What Are The Best BASS STRINGS?

What Are The Best BASS STRINGS? | What is That

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On today's episode of What Is That we are doing a semi-deep dive into the best bass strings for Funk, R&B, Gospel and Pop music. We will talking about and demonstrating, Ernie Ball's, Labellas, DR Hi Beams, Rotosound, D'addario XLs and DR Fatbeams. Going over the pros and cons of each string and what styles they work the best for.
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VIDEO [Table of Contents]
0:00 | Start of Video
01:37 | D'addario XL
02:32 | D'addario XL [Slapped DEMO]
02:53 | D'addario XL [Fingerstyle DEMO]
03:10 | Rotosound
04:25 | Rotosound [Slapped DEMO]
04:47 | Rotosound [Fingerstyle DEMO]
05:06 | Labellas
06:48 | Labellas [Slapped DEMO]
07:16 | Labellas [FIngerstyle DEMO]
07:35 | Ernie Ball
08:55 | Ernie Ball [Slapped DEMO]
09:18 | Ernie Ball [Fingerstyle DEMO]
09:36 | DR Hi Beams
10:38 | DR Hi Beams [Slapped DEMO]
11:00 | DR Hi Beams [Fingerstyle DEMO]
11:18 | DR Fat Beams
12:29 | How To Choose Bass Strings
13:49 | String GIVEAWAY!
14:18 | Outro
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@ronaldbarnesii385 3 жыл бұрын

Man. Shout out for changing all those strings for the video. We know how tedious it can be.

@alterbridge7091 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I thought, “gee, he’s keen to want to change all those strings”. Glad he did though, cause it really demonstrates the difference.

@HairySon92 2 жыл бұрын

This guy changed strings for this video more than I have in my whole life 😂

@18JR78 2 жыл бұрын

Guitar is worse. Bass strings are 10x easier to change.

@GreenAsJade Жыл бұрын

@@18JR78 Yeah but it's hard for bassists to even remember how ;)

@psyghtseer Жыл бұрын

@@GreenAsJade smart haha

@BrewerShettles 2 жыл бұрын

Great Playing!! - D'Darrio 2:33 2:53 - Rotosound 4:27 4:49 - LaBella 6:49 7:16 - Ernie Ball 8:56 9:18 - DR 2nd 10:38 11:01 -

@rebuked Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@rudymcwilson4955 Жыл бұрын

Thankz

@beatapt5 2 жыл бұрын

Tried them all - Rotosound 66 get my vote. I do use the nickel wound for a little warmer tone.

@j.juarez9526 3 жыл бұрын

I play 80% rock and 20% funk and your string review nailed the tones! Great video, thank you.

@stefanadamcik8221 3 жыл бұрын

Good review. Thanks. I got turned onto the LaBella flatwounds in the late 90s. I play blues to motown sound,and these are so warm. The tone is deep and rich. My favorite.

@skiskrt3316 3 жыл бұрын

Not a bass player, guitar player getting into bass, and I play everything from drop tuned metal to funk / r&b and I gotta say the Rotosound strings definitely sounded the most versatile and ready to go

@tmtmtmtmtm Жыл бұрын

They die really quickly.

@jimthethirdprobably Жыл бұрын

@@tmtmtmtmtm not if you clean them

@stevenordstedt2535 2 жыл бұрын

When I started playing bass in 1981. I used Rotos round wound for years. But they wear down your frets faster than any other string. They sound the best. I don’t want to have to refret every 2 years. Then I went to GHS Boomers. And played them for 20 years. I’ve tried others. But I like the DR’s

@boxdenfresh 3 жыл бұрын

D’Addario nickels FTW. They do start off super bright but when they break down you almost don’t have to change them anymore

@BourdeoixEterno 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, my daddario flats got warm as hell but still have the crispness when I want to play funk

@tooru9387 2 ай бұрын

@@BourdeoixEternomf if that’s you on your pfp you majestic asf

@SFpurphaze 2 ай бұрын

@tooru9387 pause...but i love seeing bros bigging each other up we need more of that shit

@ryanjohnston4249 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, those Rotosound steels sound amazing. A little rough on the fingers but you quickly get used to it.

@jimmycarter9286 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid, brutha! I personally lean toward the DR Hi Beams and the XL’s. I actually make my choices between those depending on which bass I play. I switch between 5 strings Jazz and vintage 4 string Jazz basses. While I do agree that certain strings may perform better in certain situations, I personally lean into my EQ’ing to go between genres. Again, great vid and as always, great content! ✊🏾

@A_Maggot 2 жыл бұрын

Picked up DR Hi-Beams in the 90's, been sticking with them ever since. They lasted longer and stayed brighter far longer than other strings i tried.

@luquann 3 жыл бұрын

DR strings all the way💪🏽

@ruckusisagoodboy 3 жыл бұрын

'Sunbeams'

@itchyvinyl 2 жыл бұрын

Yep. DR Sunbeams. Especially if you need growly mids.

@luquann 2 жыл бұрын

@@itchyvinyl 💯💯

@venusspacey9685 2 жыл бұрын

Dr strings are good strings to use. All the way is excessive.

@luquann 2 жыл бұрын

@@venusspacey9685 lol that was a year ago; I’d try other strings; it’s just an expression

@Theospeak1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for doing the comparison. Have played 4-string for the past 30 years, and my first 5-string arrives tomorrow so I can expand my catalog for a cover band. Great to hear the classic string sets on 5 instead of just 4. Awesome video.

@matsong5134 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using D’Adario XL for over 20 years. Super Versatel and durable,

@kodykindhart5644 Жыл бұрын

I’ll take my fender over anything I’ve played

@johndonlon1611 8 ай бұрын

I love the Rotosound Swing Bass 66s. They are loud, strong and cut through everything. They are my "go-to" choice even though they cost more. On a 6-string, I love the Rotosound UltraMags.

@guillaumeaudet3139 Жыл бұрын

Love the way this video is done, easy to navigate through every section, well done! What I've learn is that I made a good choice to stick with the DR 10 years ago, still the best for me after all this time. Highly recommend! (DR guitar strings are also crazy good)

@WaterproofSoap Жыл бұрын

So many good shoes...so many different feet. So many good strings.....so many different bass sounds. That's my take on it😊 Nice rundown and playing

@cbassscratch7785 Жыл бұрын

I have the same Elixirs, on my BassMods NPS Aguilar OBP3 Delano fat poles, for about 3years now.Incredible🔥They don't have the zing of brand new,yet they still,sound better than,most.Hard to explain. THANKS FOR this demo.I just bought EB slinkeys for another bass .Thanks👌🏾

@Direwoof 2 жыл бұрын

D'addrio for life, I ply a lot of Japanese hard rock/math rock and acid jazz and I like that bright powerful tone cause teh bass in the most important instrument for those genres!

@mjmason75 3 жыл бұрын

You need a DR endorsement!! You deserve it, and I'm sure they would make more than enough money to cover giving you as many free strings as you need from you playing them at this point. You work hard, you're a great player, and you play out and record more than enough to help them sells strings. Have you ever asked them for an endorsement? I use DR strings mostly myself. However, as you know, most of our tone comes from our fingers foremost!

@DaheBajoBass 3 жыл бұрын

I have been using Fat Beams since November, won't ever change to a different brand. Thank you for the video Travis.

@JLeppert 2 жыл бұрын

Flats are where it's at. Same set on my pbass for at least five years. Still sound amazing.

@henryc7598 Ай бұрын

Just ordered la bella strings based upon your review. Thanks Travis for the great content!

@calebdesjardins616 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for mentioning the FAT beams! Started using those with my Marcus Miller fender years ago and now I use marcus’ sire basses with the DR and it’s perfection man. God bless!

@perogrullo1008 2 жыл бұрын

I have a sire mm and I needed this comment to make sure that dr strngs match perfect with it Thanks

@dancassidy7471 10 ай бұрын

I will try DR I have the Sire P5 and stronbly dislike the strings it ca.e with feom Sweetwater

@NuncNuncNuncNunc 3 жыл бұрын

Been a while since I used Rotosounds, but my recollection is that they are really bright new but lose their vibrancy quickly. New they are like nothing else. I've liked the consistency of the tone of Dean Markley Blue Steel strings.

@menggemaskan Жыл бұрын

In my opinion, DR strings are the best. I've previously tried D'Addario, Ernie Ball, Fender, etc, and I found DR the best in terms of tone, playability, and durability, hands down. In 2006 I strung my Ibanez ATK with DR Fat Beam, didn't change the strings for 13 years until I restrung it with stiffer stainless steel Lo Rider in 2019. The tone deterioration were slow, and maintained usable tone much longer than other brands. I'm considering in getting either Pure Blues or Neon White for my next purchase 😃

@dancassidy7471 10 ай бұрын

Not sure qhy you qoulsnt go back to the longest run using DRs?

@american23t Жыл бұрын

I used to use Roto Sound Swing Bass Round Wounds.(still my favorite)They tended to chew-up the frets though. Switched to Ernie Ball Super Slinkies 30-35yrs ago. Not quite the sound, but my frets don't have to get dressed, or replaced so often.😊

@RAVENTLOW 2 жыл бұрын

There is one missing: ELIXIR NIKEL COATED, in my opinion the best strings right now, very well balanced and with this warm tone that is great for pizzicato (jaco sound) as well as nice and elegant slap. Really difficult to find nowadays here in Spain. From all the strings in your video, those ernie ball got you the best sound. That slap line with this strings had some Marcus similar tone.

@thefunkdroid2777 Жыл бұрын

Eso digo yo, donde están las Elixir?

@HyperViralVids 6 ай бұрын

elixir strings are always good, acoustic, bass, electric doesn't matter. they just feel so good. they're the most expensive set of strings for a reason I guess. that's probably why most people don't prefer it as well but for me they're always worth it. some also say they hurt the neck because of its toughness against the wood

@stephenjones5230 3 жыл бұрын

Rotosound all the way. I use them on my classic, acoustic steel string, electric and bass guitar. :-) Great review by the way

@chunguspo9414 2 жыл бұрын

yes, the rotosounds work for almost anything

@mjolnircarlssen4211 11 ай бұрын

Great comparison! I’ve tried so many, but I keep coming back to the same 2: D’addario and Stringjoy.

@danznokaze 3 жыл бұрын

In my country (Indonesia) where humidity here is mostly around 60-95% which is very damp, Ernie Ball strings never lasted more than a month for me, with note I am not a wet palm guy. It sounds very great but very short lived because of the air here from seas around builds up rust and corrosion way way faster, for any nickel or steel strings. In my experience Elixir lasted the longest (hard on fingers tho), followed by Labella and Roto (this one was also hard), then NYXL, DR, D'Addario XL, and Ernie Ball is the shortest.

@syarifalfani9503 Жыл бұрын

Setuju

@sleeewpy3989 Жыл бұрын

Have you ever used Cleartone or Magma? Which one has lasted longer?

@prazzyalet5235 Жыл бұрын

Ernie ball bagus kah?

@tonymickens8803 Жыл бұрын

I've been using Rotosound Round Wounds on My Jazz since the 70's and Ernie Balls for My Musicman LOVE'EM!

@patbassman8251 2 жыл бұрын

Rotosound are probably the best sounding string out there but have the shortest life and go off suddenly , After 20 years I settled on D addario nickles sound great last a long time and go off slowly and good value for money.

@UltimaJC 11 ай бұрын

I've been using the Power Slinky Ernie Ball strings since I was like 15 years old. I don't tend to stick with a single brand for anything, but Ernie Ball has been very consistent and proven.

@danepaulstewart8464 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! What an EXCELLENTLY produced comparison video! Seriously you should get some kind of award for making a major comparison video where we can instantly compare apples to apples with both your setups and your time stamp markers. Far TOO FEW comparison videos provide that. It’s like… a waste of our time. I was super impressed by the Slinky strings. (Too bright for me personally, but overall better than I expected.) You helped me to make the change from D’Addarios to the Rotosounds, and I’m super happy with the move. Thanks mate! 👍 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@EpisodeNan 2 жыл бұрын

I’m learning the bass and came across this video. I didn’t know strings can do that much change of the sound quality. I liked the rotosound. I think I will buy one. The strings I have right now looks dark and tired.

@jimfiore4671 2 жыл бұрын

Rotosound are what I use mainly. Try the flat wound rotosounds. They are the best flat wounds I think. Thanks for the content. Glad I found ya. God bless

@georgemitchellii4598 Жыл бұрын

DR and XL.. they are bright but that's why we have adjustment controls on our bases to tone it down if needed!

@MartinCliffe 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a D'Addario guy, been using NYXLs for years for all my basses except a couple I have Chromes flats on. Playing all kinds of styles, but I guess mostly rock and more of the CCM side of church music than the gospel side.

@uber_stuber 3 жыл бұрын

i always do Blue Steel strings. nice, clean sound

@jiminnorthdallas1227 Жыл бұрын

I like how you not only use the same playing sample for each style of playing (finger or slap), but the same for each brand, as well (unlike so many others). Thank you.

@oseirabor1467 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I'm going with the RotoSound.

@beornthebear.8220 11 ай бұрын

I use Rotosound round wound R66LD regular gauge for all my basses except my Warwick, and I use Warwick Black Label regular gauge stainless steel round wounds for that one. I used to occasionally use nickel strings, but found they wear out quickly. Stainless steel is hard on the frets and fingers, but it gives a good sound for quite a while. All my current basses are 5-string; I use 45-65-80-105-130.

@kevinbassplayer Жыл бұрын

Tomastick Jazz Flats, you will never go back. I've tried all of the strings in this video over the years, nothing compares to the TIs

@SnarkyRC 8 ай бұрын

My favourite strings are either D'Addario ProSteels or Dunlop Hybrid Nickel or even the Lemmy Signature Steels.

@BradleyHansonPhotography 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I went from stock Fender round wounds to La Bella flat wounds on my Mustang short scale bass. I didn't have an issue with my hands, but I've never had strings that kept stretching for so long! I had to keep stretching them until they settled. Once they did, I absolutely love the sound and like you mentioned, they kind of last forever because they are already mellow and age gracefully...

@chrismotin8917 Жыл бұрын

Travis, you are a beast man and I appreciate you taking the time to explain these...since watching this video, I purchase some DR Hi Beams...love them man...appreciate the love man

@petebishop1603 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video, thank you. Totally with you on the DR strings. Silver medal to the Rotos. My 2ps.

@Osmonic74 8 ай бұрын

Going to buy a bass tomorrow after a long break. It has been awhile since I played but when I did I preferred the DR Low Riders. Thanks for the video this was a great comparison video.

@georgearreola9533 Жыл бұрын

Bro! I know I’m super late, Ernie balls all day- matter fact .40-1.25 all my life now. Great vid P.S: your face when playing Ernie’s was priceless 😂

@davidmorel373 Жыл бұрын

After years of playing through different stings, Elixir Nano-webbed strings are the best. They are super comfortable on the fingers, versatile and long lasting. Even after constant use, they still sound like a fresh set. Highly recommend them over every other strings mentioned here.

@traviswelpott1510 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this breakdown. Bass strings are so expensive experimenting is usually not an option!

@RHill79 3 жыл бұрын

DR FatBeams definitely

@alterbridge7091 3 жыл бұрын

I really liked those labellas. I wasn’t watching the video, but just listening, and when I heard them, I was like like, “oh yeah, those sound good!”. Maybe it’s cause I play fretless 90% of the time, and the one fretted J bass I own, has flat wounds on it too, (I have 5 fretless basses), so maybe my ear just likes the flat wound sound? I wasn’t even listening too hard, so I missed the name of the strings, or the fact that they were flat wounds, so I watched the video again to see what the “good strings” were, before the Ernie Balls. I can remember experiencing the weird new flat wound feel and how the increased surface friction makes your fingers not slide well. That was 25 years ago, and I’d forgotten until now. Great video man.

@christophervaca7116 3 жыл бұрын

I play roots rock/americana and I enjoy your tone. I play rotosounds.

@ARcreates 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. I have been using Hi-Beams forever but you have convinced me to try some Fat Beams

@kevon217 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for demoing and describing each of these. Very helpful!

@Jimmichanga999 Жыл бұрын

You nailed it with the rotosound I use them for funk for jazz, rock and everything I come across

@lowstringc Жыл бұрын

I’m a huge fan of LaBellas! Have them on all my bass guitars, and haven’t had much issue with stiffness, but I’m a double bassist, so bass guitars feel lighter to me anyway…

@adebiyidaniel8506 3 жыл бұрын

Mehn, i just fell inlove with the labella's tone!!! Damnnnn

@jerrymdeleon7591 3 жыл бұрын

Elixir strings 🔥

@oscarmorales-cn3hz 2 жыл бұрын

This is very complicated, different basses need different strings for different music styles... Did you notice how many times I said the word different? Great video my friend!!!

@robertsuggs2510 5 ай бұрын

Best string show on KZfaq,,,i use all Bass Boomers but a GREAT SHOW. 🎸🤠

@Hexspa 5 ай бұрын

The DRs snarl on that bass. Probably help you get old school Marcus Miller tones in the bridge with the tone down. The Japanese slap is all about those D’Addario XL though

@beatrocka5 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid with awesome playing. I'd planned to watch this before, but I put it off. Earlier today, I got Ernie Ball Cobalt Slinky Regular, so I think I'll be alright!!

@jonmatthews4254 Жыл бұрын

Great review, sweet playing. Love the La Bella's with a pick.

@tigerscott2966 Жыл бұрын

Great video...thanks. The Ernie Ball strings really are bright and the slap tones just make you want to groove... I also use the DR Neon strings on my 4 string bass...they look great and the sound is unique ....

@heriquebetel477 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. I am from Brazil. Without a doubt DR Strings has the best sound. However, Ernie Ball has a killer tone as well. I use Ernie Ball strings these days. Congratulations on the video.

@impulseproman 3 жыл бұрын

You are right about the DR Strings fat beam I have on my lefay bass from 2018 and still popping bright

@dj_tmc Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great reviews!! Surprised you didn't like the feel of flatwounds. I got a used fretless bass with LaBellas, and OMG, they feel so smooth. I'm not sure how much playing was done one them before I got it though.

@user-uq8vs1si2w 2 жыл бұрын

This is just right video I want. Really really appreciate for your effort. Especially I want to compare sounds of Roto, DR and Dadario. Again, really appreciate for this.

@BassGods Жыл бұрын

OMG! Those DR strings. I just ordered them. Can't wait!

@Lurch350Z 2 жыл бұрын

Used to be a round wound guy, was a huge fan of the DR Bootzillas. Tried the La Bella Deep Talkin' Bass flats on a whim, and have never looked back. Love the fat, darker tone from them.

@josephwalton487 3 жыл бұрын

My dude🤘🤘. Fat Beams are all I use for the same exact reason. I like the way they wear in. A fresh set though...good gracious I love that sparkle, twinkle and glisten. That is why I keep my basses strung with fresh Fat Beams.

@ctaesque 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video, thank you for posting this...I can hardly wait to try the DR Fat Beams. Years ago, I bought a set of Thomastik-Infeld Jazz Flats and put them on my '65 Precision. They honestly made that old Fender sing and the older they get -- the better they sound. Which is a good thing nowadays because they've become very pricely. $96 for a 4-string. Whew!!

@jamesgrant3343 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I had watched this video a few years ago! I have been using DR high beams for the past 10 years or so but this year I tried the fat beams for the first time - definitely give a more solid low/mid end. I really like them!

@DK-mj1zt 7 ай бұрын

Amazingly well made and informative video! Wish I would have caught it much sooner.

@soulstart89 2 жыл бұрын

I really liked the labella’s. Also The rotosounds. Cool vids

@lebassdesign4850 Жыл бұрын

Haven’t played any strings better than Elixirs. They are a bit more expensive but last way longer and feel great.

@randyfox2872 Жыл бұрын

Great video. One of the best comparisons I’ve seen.

@crocholiday Жыл бұрын

The real money tone with LaBella Flats is on a P bass. Warm and pillowy but still cuts through the mix. I use those for country and old school funk / Motown but I don't love them for slap. Another set of flats worth checking out is D'Adario Chromes. Twice as bright as the LaBella's and great for slap with the dded bonus is no string so slides are super clean. I can also get a LaBellaish sound if I roll the tone off a bit. I've been playing a P/J bass lately and have been trying to home in on the right strings for it. Have a set of of Rotosounds on the way to try along with some DR Black Beauties.

@hitchthompson2168 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video - very well done , very helpful and informative - great job mate!

@sertacbass 3 жыл бұрын

Jim Dunlop 040 Nickel Series and D'aadario XL is one of the best for me.

@joethebar1 Жыл бұрын

DR sunbeams all the way. Super low tension, never go completely dead and are the right amount of brightness. Feel amazing on the fingers

@michaelvallance3795 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Lots of information 😎👍

@snap2snip Жыл бұрын

After the strings my bass came with broke (10 yrs ago) I’ve only bought DR Black Beauties. They look dope and have extended life

@hellboundrubber4448 2 жыл бұрын

You named your Red Bass after Lucifer? That's cool! Gospel is the most exciting stuff to play, music's best kept secret. As far as working all of the fret board for just 1song! Incredible stuff. You slap sweet!!

@45nsuper 3 жыл бұрын

Love the curt mangans as well...he was ernie ball string designer for 15 yrs... especially for six string bass.. go to string out of the box... ernie balls... rotosounds tend to be hard on frets...but sound great... at least for me...on my 6 string warrior...

@TravisDykes 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't had the chance to try those strings, I have a friend that uses those strings and loves them!

@captainchaos3053 Жыл бұрын

Rotosound have been around for a long time. I would say they are my favourite brand string and great value for money. Nearly all bass strings will last a year easily.

@sephiroth7818 6 ай бұрын

Ernie Ball Super Slinky's is what I've used for almost 30 years.

@churchbass8230 3 жыл бұрын

Am so glad about how much weight u loss am trying to loss some to

@jrkaz6070 Жыл бұрын

Those flatties shredded my calluses right off and made me earn new ones!!!

@gokhantelci 3 жыл бұрын

They all sound great! Can you do a video on how you’re recording your bass? Sounds amazing. Curious what Interface, preamp, software etc. you’re using

@MainAccount500 3 жыл бұрын

I use D’Addario NYXL 45|130 Electric Long Scale for 5 string. 🔥🔥🔥 best strings IMO

@jared_s2 3 жыл бұрын

Elixir. sound excellent. feel and play so good. last 5 hrs / day for about 10 days. longest lasting string for both bass and guitar that i ever used.

@HarryJunPotter 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I appriciate your help!!!

@roykato86 3 жыл бұрын

I think Dean Markley strings deserve some space here as well. Blue Steels are nowhere inferior to EB, certainly superior to D'Addarios and I'd choose them over the pricey DRs as well. Cheers!

@romeou4965 2 жыл бұрын

I find players use stainless with maple necks for crisp modern tone scooped mids…and nickels with rosewood necks for warm vintage tone boosted mids.

@MrRenekleber 3 жыл бұрын

Elixir Fantastic string

@ol.grumpy.bastard Жыл бұрын

On the recommendation of a friend, I bought a set of Thomastik-Infeld Jazz flats ~25 years ago and never looked back. They've been on every bass (four and five string, fretted and retless) since. They're expensive, but worth every penny. In addition to sounding fantastic, they last longer than any other brand I've seen in the better part of fifty years of playing. I just give them a quick wipedown before putting my bass(es) away, and they're good to go.