No ads. No sponsorships. Just firsthand experiences from fellow enthusiasts. Learn more.
Galli KA-BASS-4FW Chrome Steel Flat Wound Ukulele Bass, 20.5" Scale
Description
Galli KA-BASS-4FW Chrome Steel Flat Wound Ukulele Bass StringsChrome steel wrapped around a synthetic core, the UkuBass Flatwound String Set enables fast and stable intonation, bringing a warmth and consistency to your instrument like never before. These high-tension Flat UkuBass strings offer a timbre and maneuverability akin to the double bass. Smooth to the touch, the chrome flatwound tape allows your fingers to glide around the fretboard and helps protect the neck from wear and tear.
Firsthand experiences
Comments from forums and Reddit
Discussed in Desperation Tapewounds... or, the Ohana Bass Uke Problem... in the TalkBass community
HaphAsSard
Aaaah, OK, now I remember that Dogal flat debacle: a nominally 30" scale string set that turned out to be too short even for a normal short-scale electric bass. OTOH, 31+" worth ... ... more
Nickweissmusic
Thanks so much for the great info! The Ohana strings are steel core. I think I found the La Bella's on eBay, the model number was slightly different (MBSLS, maybe a typo or alternate ... ... more