Ubass strings lifespan

[zonular]

Hey u bass players.

How long do a set of aquila strings last?

I'm debating one of the bamboo u bass from thomann for easy transport.

[Chienmortbb]

I don’t know but am interested to read the replies. 

[zonular]

I'm half tempted by the bamboo u bass on thomann. Looking for something to bring to work on public transport then off on a bus to a pub jam

[jd56hawk]

I've heard that the rubber ones last for 3 to 6 months.

Sounds about right.

[Jean-Luc Pickguard]

I put a set of kala / galli ubass flatwounds on mine several years ago. These are chrome steel over a nylon core. The nut needed to be recut but I think these strings will last forever.

[zonular]

@jf56hawk thanks a million, that's my answer.

 

Got flats on my j bass for the last year with no change coming up 😐

[Chienmortbb]

22 hours ago, Jean-Luc Pickguard said:

I put a set of kala / galli ubass flatwounds on mine several years ago. These are chrome steel over a nylon core. The nut needed to be recut but I think these strings will last forever.

They need to US price $49 Europe £75. Over twice as much in today’s exchange rate. 

[dmckee]