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I have recently brought a used set of Chromes from here to use on my Yamaha BB424x. I was wary about buying new strings in case the tension was too much fot me. I needn't of worried as the tension is perfect for me and the sound is exactly what i was looking for. Used them at rehersal last week and the band said it was the best sound we have ever had. Previously i have tried the cheap Olympia flats. Used them on the Yamaha through a Trace Elliot 2 x10 combo and it was honestly the best sound i have ever had. Unfortunately it didnt last as the strings lost that intial brightness and just sounded thumpy. I have also tried TI flats. Loved the low tension and flexability of them but didnt really like the core sound of them. So far the used Chromes are hitting the spot, so much so that i have left my band new BB734a at home and using the 424x with the Chromes on them. Great strings and would deffo buy new ones when these need replacing.

Just bought some strings from Cliff. Really smooth and easy transaction. Great communication throughout. You can definitely deal in confidence with Cliff

That looks awesome

Just got myself a new BB734a in the matt black finish. First impressions are it definitely lighter than my BB1024X. The Fit and finish is absolutely top draw. In passive mode it doesn't seem quite as loud as the 1024X but in active mode its absoloutley thunderous, whith lots of usable tones. The neck profile is a bit slimmer than the 1024x front to back but both of them feel really comfortable. Not had a chance to try it at volume yet but should get a opportunity this week. Got great service from Wunjos who had it sent up to Liverpool in a flash. Just a pity that Dawsons in Liverpool would not price match them and lost out on my business. So top marks to Yamaha and Wunjos

That looks awesome especially the headstock. Well done

Try removing them and give the a good wipe over. It's possible a leftover from the manufacturing process. Mine are not sticky at all and feel really smooth under your fingers.

I have just bought Chris's Barefaced super 12. Chris was a pleasure to deal with, great communication throughout the process, he even provided maps so l could find his place ok. Would deffinatley by again from Chris and would reomend him without hesitation.

Best of Luck with your recovery from the surgery

I think he's suffering from GAS. After being on bass chat

The first time I used the Olympia flats on the BB 424x was through an old Trace Elliot combo. I was amazed at the tone these strings produced. They have lost some of their initial brightness now but they will be staying on for good. Really suits the the guitar

Has anybody else tried Olympia flats. Really cheap at £13:99. Low tension, great sound and feel to them. I actually took a set of TI Flats off my Yamaha BB4424x to fit these and I really do prefer them. Well worth a punt at this price.

The 424x sounds great with flats on. I've tried Thomastik TI flats which were great but a bit pricey. Currently using a cheap £15 brand called Olympia from Amazon and I really like them. Great feel to them. Both sounded great on the 424x.

I tried the SR 505 in my hunnt to break into 5 string. It was my first choice as I already have the SR 500 which is a fantastic bass . Unfortunately I couldn't play a thing on the 505. The string spacing was way too tight for my fingers. The weight and baance were fine but for me it was unplayable. Not tried the TŔBX but have tried the BB425 and that was easier to play but ultimately I realised quite quickly I don' get on with 5 strings.

Robert Plant at the the Olympia in Liverpool. Fantastic night. Great band he had with him too. They also did quite a few Led Zepplin songs. Only slight disappointment was the front of house bass sound. The bass player changed between 4_ 5 electric basses and a double bass and they all sounded the same. He was obviously a very good player but it just sounded like a low rumbling mush with no note definition. Still a great night seeing one of the all time greats performing so well.

Thanks for the recommendations for the short scale strings. I think this epiphone EB 3 might suit flat wounds. I don' like the Warwick round wounds that it came with. What is the tension like on the Chromes, is it similar to the Thomastik TI flats as I did like them.

I have just picked up an Epiphone EB 3. Still in the getting familiar stage with it. It feels wonderful to play and the neck is fantastic. Not sure about the tone though.I am used to PJ pickups, so it sounds quite different with 2 Humbuckers on it. I believe it currently has standard long scale strings on it which may not be helping with the tone. Any recommendations for decent short scale strings.

Bought 2 pedals from Simon. Agreed a deal quickly. Excellent communication throughout. A pleasure to deal with, would recommend Simon without hesitation. Deal in confidence.