Hot Tub Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 I'm setting up a violin bass for a mate, and I need to put a new set of strings on. He wanted Thomastiks, but they're not available at the moment. Any suggestions for alternatives? Got to be flats, but as I don't play the instrument and I don't use flats, I'm not sure what to go for....? Many thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 You'll need to find something as pliable. To be honest, if that's the strings he wants then it would be worth it to wait for them, as I don't know of any which are as bendy and compliant as Thomastik flats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Posted April 3, 2013 Share Posted April 3, 2013 Make sure you get the right scale strings, no idea what the Hofner uses but my short scale Mustang needs medium scale strings cos' of it's through body stringing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hot Tub Posted April 3, 2013 Author Share Posted April 3, 2013 Well, he "thinks" that's what was on it, but isn't sure. I'm seeing him tonight, so will have a chat. I'm thinking La Bellas, as they do a set specifically for the Hofner. Your right about the scale - It takes medium scale strings due to the trapeze bridge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miles'tone Posted April 4, 2013 Share Posted April 4, 2013 (edited) http://www.bassstringsonline.com/Medium-Scale-Flatwound-Bass-Strings_c_915.html Try Jason at Bassstringsonline. He's a top bloke and a regular on talkbass. Ok he's based in the states but he's sorted me out a few times by splitting packs and sending me single strings. Takes about 10-12 days delivery time and is no more expensive than shopping here including payment for postage, sometimes cheaper. He'll have what you want in stock and will offer great advice if you contact him directly. Again, you can shop with confidence. Edit: ps I've never had to pay any duty either. His total is THE total. Edited April 4, 2013 by miles'tone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davehux Posted April 4, 2013 Share Posted April 4, 2013 You want La Bella 760FHBB strings which are sold as 'Beatle Bass' strings specifically for that bass. I'm waiting for a set to be delivered from these guys [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/LaBella_strings.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/LaBella_strings.html[/url] as they were the cheapest I found anywhere when searching last week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4 Strings Posted April 4, 2013 Share Posted April 4, 2013 Macca used Tru-Bass on his. Would be my natural choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Alsatian Posted April 4, 2013 Share Posted April 4, 2013 [quote name='davehux' timestamp='1365075970' post='2034869'] You want La Bella 760FHBB strings which are sold as 'Beatle Bass' strings specifically for that bass. I'm waiting for a set to be delivered from these guys [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/LaBella_strings.html"]http://www.bassdirec...la_strings.html[/url] as they were the cheapest I found anywhere when searching last week [/quote] I had these on the Hofner Icon I used to own and they were lovely, both in feel and sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hot Tub Posted April 5, 2013 Author Share Posted April 5, 2013 Thanks guys! Decided on the La Bellas after all. Hopefully they'll turn up today, as I'm looking forward to getting it finished and having a play before handing it back to its rightful owner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowender Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 La Bella flatwounds. It's the law. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dand666 Posted April 5, 2013 Share Posted April 5, 2013 [quote name='Lowender' timestamp='1365174501' post='2036381'] La Bella flatwounds. It's the law. [/quote] This. I have them on my Hofner, sounds awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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