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D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Balanced Tension String Set - 4-String .045 .060 .080 .105

$44.99 on Fretnation.com

Description

Balanced tension string set using D'Addario Chromes for Long Scale basses:

.045 .060 .080 .105

37.1" Winding Length Ball End to Silk

D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Bass single strings are famed for their smooth feel and warm, mellow tone. D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Electric Bass Single Strings are wound using an outer flattened, "ribbon" wire. D'Addario tChromes Flatwound Bass Single Strings are then polished to an incredibly smooth finish. D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Electric

Firsthand experiences

Comments from forums and Reddit

Discussed in The strength of the G string in flatwound sets in the TalkBass community

Ricky Rioli

The change of tone across the 4 strings is something that is constantly on my mind. In that regard, and within the context of my limited experience, Fretnation's custom set of 45-60-80-105 Chromes has been the best. The middle two are very evenly matched, with the E not too dark and the G not too bright or thin. (Shame ... ... more

Phaidrus

Yes, I think I've come to a similar conclusion myself, namely to replace the 45G and perhaps also the 65D of the 45-56-85-105 Dunlop set with 50G and 70D respectively. Which is what Ernie Ball and D'Addario are doing with their Group II and ECB82 sets. ... more

Discussed in Tokai Hard Puncher, MIJ P bass copy upgrade stage 2 in the TalkBass community

imabuddha

They are definitely more flexible than the custom balanced tension set of chromes on my Warwick. I bought that set from Fret Nation and I recommend it it you like stiff, but not ... ... more

alanloomis1980

I ended up ordering the 9050L. I have the 45-100 set of Fender rounds, which I like, so I figured that would be a good starting point. Now just have to wait for them to arrive! ... more

Discussed in D'Addario Chromes User Group- Chromeys Speak Out! in the TalkBass community

michael_t

Are you based in the US? If so, Jason at Fret Nation has put together a custom "balanced tension" set of the Chromes (45-60-80-105) for the same price as the other factory sets. D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Balanced Tension String Set - 4- ... more

cxcxcx

Ding! Thanks - I only look at basses when I go to that site :D ... more

webmonster

Snap! I'm just in the process of doing this myself. I've had standard Chromes (ECB81) on my 1980 4001 for many years. I like them a lot and was wondering if iI could even up the string tensions and possibly drop the overall tension a smidge. I used the std Rickenbacker set as a starting point 45-55-75-105 and ended up with ... ... more

Discussed in What kind of strings do you use? in the TalkBass community

michael_t

An interesting selection of gauges... Jason at Fret Nation has a prepackaged custom balanced tension set available. 45-60-80-105 would be more even in tension across all four strings. ... ... more

KevinDBassist

Yeah At first I strung up the 45,65,80,100 gauge and the 100 e string just did not work for me with my personal attack and playing style on that bass ( pictured in my avatar ) ... ... more

Discussed in Yamaha TRBX Club @ TalkBass in the TalkBass community

Ricky Rioli

I'm using this balanced tension set put together by Fret Nation: D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Balanced Tension String Set - 4- ... more

Discussed in Why is Daddario D-string thicker and tenser? in the TalkBass community

michael_t

Sorry, I just realized you're talking about the Chromes Flats, not XL Nickels. If you're based in the US, Fret Nation has the custom balanced tension set of the Chromes. D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Balanced Tension String Set - 4- ... more

Discussed in Going from XL Nickles to Chromes, which gauge to best match the feel? in the TalkBass community

michael_t

I started out with EXL165 (45-65-85-105) and ended up with Chromes ECB84 (40-60-80-100) for something with similar overall playing feel (ie stiffness). They also have similar tension ... ... more

Ricky Rioli

I did some googling and found some chat about this custom set. I'm aware that perceived stiffness and actual tension are not the same - does plucking 45-60-80-105 actually feel ... ... more

Ricky Rioli

The four single strings needed to make up a set of 45-60-80-105 Chromes have now been ordered, and I've checked that despite the new lockdown here, I'll still be able to drop the ... ... more

Discussed in D Standard Club (DGCF) in the TalkBass community

michael_t

Jason at Fret Nation has a custom balanced set of the Chromes available. D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Balanced Tension String Set - 4- Here's how their tensions would work out in DGCF: F 045 - 36.3 lbs. C 060 - 35.9 G 080 - 34.7 D 105 - 32.9 Or... D 110 - 36.5 lbs. ... more

bassist4dalord

Just ordered that Fretnation set. I'm so excited! ... more

Discussed in Balanced Tension Flats or Tapewounds in the TalkBass community

michael_t

GHS Precision Flats CM3050, 45-60-80-105, is the closest thing to a "balanced tension" set right from the factory. GHS Precision Flats Flatwound Bass Strings Long Scale Plus - 4-String 45-105 Custom Medium CM3050 Or, you can get a custom balanced tension set of D'A Chromes, 45-60-80-105, from Fret Nation. D'Addario Chromes ... ... more

Ramana

Love a balanced tension 45-60-80-105 custom set of Chromes. At StringsByMail.com, build your own set from singles, adds up to $39.26 before shipping, Chromes Bass Singles : Strings By Mail ... more

Discussed in Wanting to try a different flat... in the TalkBass community

michael_t

Fret Nation has a custom balanced-tension set of the Chromes available. D'Addario Chromes Flatwound Balanced Tension String Set - 4- ... more

bassically_eli

Interesting, but I only have five stringers for now. ... more

Heavy Blue

I would suggest that FN do the same with GHS Brite Flats. ... more

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