Rotosound RS77LD Jazz Bass Monel Flat Wound Strings 

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I recently became the bass player for a band (I have been mostly a guitar player (acoustic and electric rhythm)). Since then, I have had to pay more attention to my Fender Geddy Lee Jazz bass (I have been using this one for recording my own instrumentals). So, I decided to change the factory strings with this RS 77LD after doing lots of research and talking to several bass players and listening to recommendations from my friends at different musical instruments stores (including MF).
All I can say is: Why did I wait this long???? WOW!!!No comparison!! I do not need to look for any other strings!! Unbelievable tone!! Deep, warm, great sustain!!
With the factory strings, I could not use the bridge pickup because it was way too bright and always had to use the neck pick up with the tone set at around 2-3 (10 being brightest). Now with the RS, not only I can use the bridge pickup, I can set the tone to 10 without degrading the quality of the bass sound with excessive brightness regardless of the pickup I use.
No wonder so many artists endorse these strings!!!
The finger noise is significantly reduced (I still need to learn bass playing techniques). These strings are also more comfortable with my fingers.
Now I need to buy a set for my Fender American Special P-bass I just got (for gigs).
Do yourself a favor: buy these strings and close the book in researching bass strings.
I just did!!

Comments about Rotosound RS77LD Jazz Bass Monel Flat Wound Strings:

Having switched to bass over 4 years ago, I won't consider myself some kind of expert. Playing round wound strings was normal as I didn't really develop good skills until recently. The next step for me was tone.

Without any preconceived notion, I went ahead and ordered a set of Rotosound Flatwounds from Musicians Friend. The strings were well packed. Immediately I was shocked at how smooth these strings are.

Strung up my P-Bass and did a quick setup and just started playing unamplified. The strings felt wonderful against the skin and the tone was wonderful. Not bright and not dark, just right. Plugged in and Lo and Behold...Tone. The tone I had been seeking.

I was taken back to the 60's right away and the best description of these strings is "Smooth". In feel and texture and tone, these strings are everything I had hoped them to be.

If you're like me and on the fence about switching to flatwounds, do it. Do it because it will feel right and sound right. Why Rotosound? Years and years of experience backed up with excellent quality and packaging.

I don't think I will ever return to round wounds and I will not use any other string except Rotosound.

Comments about Rotosound RS77LD Jazz Bass Monel Flat Wound Strings:

I have been running down all of the flatwound brands and gauges hoping to find the right combination of tone, sustain and stiffness. I have spent several hundred dollars doing so.
I am now kicking myself that I did not start with the Roto 77's. My first rehearsal with the 77's was incredible. I play a Fender 62' Precision RI through a Fender Bassman 250/210. I could not beleive my ears. The tone is incredible. The sustain was exactly what I was looking for. These are a bit stiff, so if you like low tension in your strings, these may not be for you. But for the great tone and sustain, I am willing to get used to it. I cannot say enough good about these strings. I hate to say this, but my Fender 9050's just were a dead thud and lacked definition. The 77s are what a bass should sound like - picked, plucked or slapped.

Comments about Rotosound RS77LD Jazz Bass Monel Flat Wound Strings:

There is no Comparison Roto Sound is Simply the best Bass String ever made i choose 77 Flatwounds I have been Playing them Since i Was 10yrs old They never let you down Best sound The Boombing Lows and the crisp Highs the sound that made the 60's and 70's music simply the best sounding ever i use them in the Studio and Live if you are looking for that pure rock sound then i say these strings are what you are looking for believe me i have used every string out there and i always come back to Roto Sound every time yes they are a little more for these strings but i put it this way you get what you pay for and these outlast any string on the market today they sound great with any type music you play and i hear people say they have no sustain to them i beg to differ they have a pure tone sustain which if you are in the studio you would understand
Its a Flatwound string supreme Quality
The best String Ever
the value at musicians friend is fantastic i have paid upwards of 50 bucks 40 yrs ago the price at Roto Sound has not changed in 40yrs you will save big here at Musicians Friend

Comments about Rotosound RS77LD Jazz Bass Monel Flat Wound Strings:

I put the 45-105 set on my Squire Classic Vibe P-Bass and it sounds fantastic, especially after shoving a piece of foam under the strings at the bridge. It gives it a nice, dark tone for R&B or Reggae. Remove the foam for a great rock sound. The strings are a bit stiff so it will take some getting use to, especially if you slap. Feels great under the fingers. You will most likely need a set-up to offset the higher tension on the neck. It's a bit expensive but you can keep it on your bass for years and just let it mellow out.

Comments about Rotosound RS77LD Jazz Bass Monel Flat Wound Strings:

I found the E to be odd in the beginning. It was very stiff and sounded dead. The strings are a bit on the stiff side over all. After a break in period the strings balanced out and the E was like the others. More highs then Chromes but also a bit moe complex still with a thud. Perhaps more versatile. They really need time to settle in. infield say the are really good after a month or three depending on how much you play.Try em out for a great rock flat wound sound.

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I was really impressed with these strings. I have always been a flatwound player but I always wanted something brighter. I found these! I love the tone these give you. If you want a good 60s Motown vibe, or a 70s classic rock sound, then these are for you. You can also get a good Roger Waters/Pink Floyd sound. (By the way, I play I Fender Jazz. These strings do not need to be cut. I made the mistake of cutting my G and it was too short, in which I had to buy a single to replace it.) Overall, great flats! You will not be disappointed.

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I've had fender flatwounds on this since I got it 6 months ago.I liked how it sounded till now.I finally broke down and put a set of these on.I've always had the inherit problems with sustain that plaque some flats.These thou WOW it holds a note forever.I love these and the the brighter sound finally gave me the sound I've been looking for that I couldn't get even playing with EQ all the time.Not now.I have a set of RS55LD pressure wounds for my MIM P-Bass soon as I get the last few hours out of the Fender Roundwounds on it.I play in a church band and my lead and everyone else are very happy with the fretless sounds coming from my Fender now.I'm convinced now!Well Done!

Comments about Rotosound RS77LD Jazz Bass Monel Flat Wound Strings:

These strings are great! What the heck? Just buy them... they have a really nice roundwound sound, but are a bit more trebly. I was really surprised when I first tried them out. I didnt realize they were the flatwounds I had baught! They make a bit of noise and you would think they were roundies. However, that being said I think they are great strings and are a perfect balance for a p bass. They make my precision sound like it should! I can still slap the thing and get nice warm tone. I love them!

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These are great strings, but they are noisier and brighter on my Warwick fretless than D'Addario XL flatwound chromes. I play with acoustic folks mostly and want a sound as close to standup acoustic bass as possible.