Where to cut new P Bass strings

[Alanko]

I try and generally keep the A longer to try and get more wraps on the tuner post and a better break angle over the nut. Otherwise you get parasitic buzzing from the length of string behind the nut!

 

I prefer vintage-style tuners with straight-sided posts to modern types with tapering or pinched in posts. Fender Deluxe tuners seem to try and steer the string into a location that doesn't provide much break angle over the nut.

 

[dodgnofski]

According to La Bella this is ‘100% OK’ but I would prefer it if only the silks were anywhere near the tuning post - any thoughts fellow BC’ers?

[PaulThePlug]

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Similar with Adagio Flats on my P and T

With the Outer Windings around half the peg... good job they are the larger Dia peg

Sit better on the Ibby SR's as the E Peg is that bit further away, and maybe longer length behind the saddle.