You obviously change string sets frequently, you are probably the best person to ask for a video explaining the bass setup needs, for supporting both thin metal string and thick gut strings. Do you have a setup that support both options, and how is it done. Do you have multiple bridges with diferent sized notches? And what about the nut? Thanks
That's a good question... On the Rubner Bass that I use for most tests I do have two bridges. The adjustable one is more for lower actions, for steel strings for instance. But I also sometimes have quite thin strings on the other bridge. I have the feeling that thin strings "don't care" if the notch is a little wider. And also the grooves in the nut are "one size fits all". I can't exactly tell you how it works, maybe the grooves are slightly too small for really thick strings and slightly too wide for thin ones. But I never had issues like strings breaking at the nut. Sorry that this answer doesn't really give "solid advice"... It works somehow and I am ok with that.
On any synthetic/nylon wrapped string, a slight treatment with sanding paper can improve the arco playing a lot (plus applying some rosin directly onto the string). Though the rolling might be less optimal for bowing, too... I wonder if the metallic sound of the open strings will go away when there are played more. The sound, especially the punch and the sustatin, is really nice!
Great sounding strings IMHO. Great punch and nice growly sustain on the bottom strings. However, the rolling, the high tension and mostly the difficulty to bow are a big no for me. Thanks always for your service to the DB community! PS do you plan to review the BSN930? If I'm not wrong it is the only Galli DB string you haven't reviewed yet. Thanks again!
I agree! Concerning the BSN 930: I recorded a little footage with them and will also put it on my channel. But I can already tell you that I wasn't convinced... They are thin (sounding), bright and have a high tension.
@@luke_bass91 no unfortunately not. I like Spirocore when I want that certain bass sound. But I honestly have no idea what the 930 can be good for. I know I may sound harsh but I also say openly that the 900 or the 920 would be my choice if I can't have my oliv/Genssler combination. The 900 and the 920 are great strings.
Hi, you should learn to use the left hand fingers correctly, the usual way is to use only the index, middle and pinky fingers. Check this video and see what I do at 1:10, and try to play the g (open), g#, a and Bb. And of course try to play/pluck open strings with the right hand and develop a good sound. ua-cam.com/video/xRrBSygbd2M/v-deo.htmlsi=qsDy99X_9ARRl4fg
@@cool-km9ck I also have a video about choosing a bass, here it is, there's plenty of helpful information for you in this film: ua-cam.com/video/DyYUC5tq8o8/v-deo.html
A good Shen hybrid can be found usually in the 3-3500 range. If you find a used one, they set up well and sound great, especially at that amount of money, imo. If you're lucky, it'll have a set of Spiro 42s, a decent bag and pickup. Get a good impedence-matching high pass filter (200) and a good neutral/flat amplifier like an Acoustic Image Clarus (good luck) or a Magellan 350 and a good 12" speaker cabinet and it's off to the shed you go for a good stretch WITH A GOOD doublebass teacher. Contact your local university that has a bass Professor. Either they or a grad student should get you up to speed fast! Good luck, from one DCI snare drummer who saw the light and learned the bass! Alll of this should be taken with a pillar of salt and go with the advice from your bass teacher. Good luck, and play to the hat!
My favorite pizzicato strings
Great review!
You obviously change string sets frequently, you are probably the best person to ask for a video explaining the bass setup needs, for supporting both thin metal string and thick gut strings.
Do you have a setup that support both options, and how is it done.
Do you have multiple bridges with diferent sized notches?
And what about the nut?
Thanks
That's a good question... On the Rubner Bass that I use for most tests I do have two bridges. The adjustable one is more for lower actions, for steel strings for instance. But I also sometimes have quite thin strings on the other bridge. I have the feeling that thin strings "don't care" if the notch is a little wider. And also the grooves in the nut are "one size fits all". I can't exactly tell you how it works, maybe the grooves are slightly too small for really thick strings and slightly too wide for thin ones. But I never had issues like strings breaking at the nut.
Sorry that this answer doesn't really give "solid advice"... It works somehow and I am ok with that.
Nice version of sunny ;) ! Very usefull review
Thank you very much 🙏🏼!
Any chance to have Correli’s an La Bella Strings reviewed?
nice
On any synthetic/nylon wrapped string, a slight treatment with sanding paper can improve the arco playing a lot (plus applying some rosin directly onto the string). Though the rolling might be less optimal for bowing, too... I wonder if the metallic sound of the open strings will go away when there are played more. The sound, especially the punch and the sustatin, is really nice!
Oh yes, I heard about that trick but I forgot to try it 🤦🏼♂️!
Could you do a Genssler string setup review?
I did some footage of the Genssler Basso set but I still have to edit it.... I'll try to do it soon!
These sound pretty nice to me :-) What mic are you using here?
It's again the Audio Technica ATM 35 - I'll have to write that in the description, thanks for reminding me!
@@stringmatrix Thanks :-)
Great sounding strings IMHO. Great punch and nice growly sustain on the bottom strings. However, the rolling, the high tension and mostly the difficulty to bow are a big no for me.
Thanks always for your service to the DB community!
PS do you plan to review the BSN930? If I'm not wrong it is the only Galli DB string you haven't reviewed yet.
Thanks again!
I agree!
Concerning the BSN 930: I recorded a little footage with them and will also put it on my channel. But I can already tell you that I wasn't convinced... They are thin (sounding), bright and have a high tension.
@@stringmatrixThank you! Kind of like Spirocore, I suppose
@@luke_bass91 no unfortunately not. I like Spirocore when I want that certain bass sound. But I honestly have no idea what the 930 can be good for. I know I may sound harsh but I also say openly that the 900 or the 920 would be my choice if I can't have my oliv/Genssler combination. The 900 and the 920 are great strings.
@@stringmatrix I remember your good reviews of BSN 900 and 920. Well, a string to avoid! Thanks
I’m a jazz drummer and I want to learn how to play upright bass what should my first step be
Hi, you should learn to use the left hand fingers correctly, the usual way is to use only the index, middle and pinky fingers. Check this video and see what I do at 1:10, and try to play the g (open), g#, a and Bb. And of course try to play/pluck open strings with the right hand and develop a good sound. ua-cam.com/video/xRrBSygbd2M/v-deo.htmlsi=qsDy99X_9ARRl4fg
also I need to know where to get an upright bass and my budget is about $3,500
@@cool-km9ck I also have a video about choosing a bass, here it is, there's plenty of helpful information for you in this film: ua-cam.com/video/DyYUC5tq8o8/v-deo.html
A good Shen hybrid can be found usually in the 3-3500 range. If you find a used one, they set up well and sound great, especially at that amount of money, imo. If you're lucky, it'll have a set of Spiro 42s, a decent bag and pickup. Get a good impedence-matching high pass filter (200) and a good neutral/flat amplifier like an Acoustic Image Clarus (good luck) or a Magellan 350 and a good 12" speaker cabinet and it's off to the shed you go for a good stretch WITH A GOOD doublebass teacher. Contact your local university that has a bass Professor. Either they or a grad student should get you up to speed fast! Good luck, from one DCI snare drummer who saw the light and learned the bass! Alll of this should be taken with a pillar of salt and go with the advice from your bass teacher. Good luck, and play to the hat!
Not my favorite. A little too bright and synthetic sounding.