spongebob Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 I've recently been using DR strings for the first time - their Lo Rider Nickels, 45/105. Must say, I'm a bit of a convert - very nice tension, not to bright, just nice. Tried looking where to buy them - doesn't seem that easy! Bass Direct and Andertons.....that's it! Anywhere else that sells them? Just gives me more options going forward. Mods - Please move if appropriate - I used General as I thought it more retail-based, than an actual string query. 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FDC484950 Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 Strings Direct? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bolo Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 I get my DDTs from Thomann. I can't find anyone that beats their price. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteb Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 (edited) I used to get Lo Rider Nickels (same gauge) from Amazon for around £20, imported from the USA (one set at a time to avoid duty). They seem to have tightened up on that, but you can still get them at £31 with free postage... Edited July 4, 2022 by peteb 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikay Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 Lord of the Strings - https://lordofthestrings.com/en/bass/electric?types=4&categories=6&brands=37 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunion Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 I’m a DR user mainly Fatbeams but I have been trying Pure Blues. I shop around the prices seem to change a bit but mainly bass direct have had the best prices lately 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casapete Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 Strings and Beyond have them currently for $23.95. But you have to factor in postage from the US, and possibly some duty too if you’re unlucky. Even so, if you’re buying a few sets it could still be worthwhile. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazhowe Posted July 5, 2022 Share Posted July 5, 2022 (edited) I used Strings by Mail recently which worked out at less than £30 per set including shipping IIRC. Here’s a link: https://www.stringsbymail.com/electric-bass-strings-660/dr-661/lo-rider-1056/ Edited July 5, 2022 by gazhowe 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnR Posted July 5, 2022 Share Posted July 5, 2022 I buy three sets of Hi-Beam 30-90 at a time from http://www.stringsandbeyond.com/ $22USD per set and I haven't been hit with any import charges yet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted July 5, 2022 Share Posted July 5, 2022 (edited) Amazon usually has them with Prime (next day) delivery. They are out of 45/105 but have 40/100 at £31 delivered, next day. Worth keeping an eye on Amazon I would say Edit: oops, missed comment above on Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/DR-Strings-40-100-Handmade-Lo-Rider/dp/B0002FO8CE/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?crid=3SPBHJQ2X34WJ&keywords=dr+nickel+lo+rider&qid=1657026274&sprefix=dr+lo+rider%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-2 Edited July 5, 2022 by Clarky 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbasspecial Posted July 5, 2022 Share Posted July 5, 2022 I’ve just pushed the button on a set of green neon DR strings from Lord of the Strings. Costing me £28ish compared to £40+. Thanks for the tip ikay! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ern500evo Posted July 5, 2022 Share Posted July 5, 2022 I usually buy my Hi beams from Amazon. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ern500evo Posted July 6, 2022 Share Posted July 6, 2022 If you have Prime, they’re currently showing sets of 45-105 for £27 with free next day delivery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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