uncle fester Posted August 26, 2018 Share Posted August 26, 2018 Hi all - here's a little different slant on the string conversation - do people have input on strings for a 3/4 stand up bass (this is for a bass I made out of a wash tub, I'm looking for volume if that's a factor?) Really appreciate the input - rgds - billroy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuestionMark Posted August 26, 2018 Share Posted August 26, 2018 My only feedback on this one would be to buy a high quality string(s), which probably translates to its price. Generally, to my knowledge, bass players seldom if ever change strings because of their thickness they seldom break nor wear out. A better grade of a bass string will in itself have a better tone, volume, and playability. How that would apply to a standup washtub bass is anyone’s guess, though, especially if it’s only a onexatring one, meaning how is it’s base (not bass) pitch tuned. My suggestion is to search YouTube for some overall guidance in building/maximizing a washtub bass. Just my two cents from having know some standup bass players. Hope it helps. QM aka Jazzman Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zombywoof Posted August 26, 2018 Share Posted August 26, 2018 If it is a one stringer - Binding wire. That is what we used in my 1960s jug band days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uncle fester Posted August 26, 2018 Author Share Posted August 26, 2018 Thank you all, it is a 4 stringer, the tub is the body. Comments on quality are noted, but geeze quality doesn’t come cheap! Thanks again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Versatile Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 Upright Bass strings can be sourced by shopping around and should not be too expensive..... Bearing in mind a 4/4 set will fit a 3/4 bass with 'a little over'.... 'Happy Slapping'...… V Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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