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BGRA: Thomastik-Infeld Jazz Bass Flatwound 4 String
| Manufacturer |
Thomastik-Infeld |
Model |
Jazz Bass Flatwound 4 String |
| Reviewer |
Robert |
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| Experience |
22 |
Item owned |
1-2 years |
| Review Date |
2002-06-09 |
Price paid |
$30 |
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Gauge | .043, .056, .070, .100 |
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Material | Nickel |
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Length | 34" |
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Other | Model JF344 |
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I had looking for a set of flatwounds that were a good match to my '62
reissue P-Bass for a long time when I found a dealer selling the T-I flats
at a guitar show. While the price is steep for a 4-string set, I must say
that I love these strings. Even though the gauges are a little thinner than
what I expected for a good 'thud' sound, the sound is very good
indeed. Most other flats I tried were either very 'ringy'(almost like
roundwounds), or they just didn't feel right (usually too stiff)-- I did
try the "Jamerson" LaBellas (set #760M) but I had a hard time getting
the low E (.110) to tune all the way up the neck. Anyway, with the
Thom-Infeld's I can get all of my favorite sounds (70's R&B, Motown,
Jazz, Stax, Meters) just by varying my technique. If you're a player who
likes the sound and feel of flats, I highly recommend that you give these a
try.
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| sound |
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| feel |
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| life |
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| value |
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| overall |
| (90%) |
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