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Rotosound

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Gauges: 60-75-90-115. Nylon flatwound. Short scale.
These distinctive black nylon covered, electric flat-wound strings get a great acoustic sound, have a selective harmonic balance, and a super silk-smooth feel.
Rotosound is famous for their high quality electric bass strings.
Rotosound RS88S Trubass Black Nylon Flatwound Standard Gauge Short Scale Bass Strings
Rotosound RS88S Trubass Black Nylon Flatwound Standard Gauge Short Scale Bass Strings

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4.38

13 Reviews

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

They look great, they play great.

I don't play alot so my fingers are sensitive when I do play. These strings are comfortable and give a great sound. I am not a fan of the buzzing sound that round wound strings make and these give a clean smooth beefy sound that I love to play. I recommend these to anyome who wants a good looking (black strings on a black bass look great) and good plying string.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Decent strings...

I put these on an acoustic bass... they feel soft and very pliable.. however.. as is usual whenever I buy Rotosound.. I never can really get "THAT SOUND" I am looking for. That vibration that rings tried and true. They sound a little muddy... but the price was right and I'm not using this acoustic bass in any professional venue.. just for parties and jamming for fun. The strings work for that purpose. Was hoping to be able to give a greater rave review than this.. but I have to be honest. If I had to go on a gig.. I would not use these. HOWEVER, I need to be fair.. whenever I've had a problem with Rotosound in the past.. they have been very responsive and good for customer service.

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Reviewed by 13 customers

  • Perfect!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byGary

    fromDaniels, West Virginia.

    These are some fine people right here!! Always keep me happy! Thanks, Guys.

  • No

    1

    submitted4 years ago

    byTom S

    fromCorinth, MS

    Will replace as soon as I receive new strings. Don't sound like nylon wrapped.

  • I'll be back for more

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byJerry

    fromundisclosed

    These strings can be tough to get, thanks G.C.

  • Second time I have purchased these strings.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byDerron

    fromundisclosed

    Nice strings, have more of an acoustic sound to them. Prefer these over other bass strings.

  • Decent strings...

    3

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    bySteven

    fromundisclosed

    I put these on an acoustic bass... they feel soft and very pliable.. however.. as is usual whenever I buy Rotosound.. I never can really get "THAT SOUND" I am looking for. That vibration that rings tried and true. They sound a little muddy... but the price was right and I'm not using this acoustic bass in any professional venue.. just for parties and jamming for fun. The strings work for that purpose. Was hoping to be able to give a greater rave review than this.. but I have to be honest. If I had to go on a gig.. I would not use these. HOWEVER, I need to be fair.. whenever I've had a problem with Rotosound in the past.. they have been very responsive and good for customer service.

  • Amazing strings

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byPaul

    fromUtah

    Great strings. Put them on my 62 Hofner and it sounds and plays amazing.

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  • submitteda year ago

    asked byWT

    fromOlathe, Kansas

    Will the Rotosound black nylon wound tru bass work on Fender Mustang PJ? What might I expect in sound quality? Mostly play blues and jazz so a more upright bass sound would be good.

    Will the Rotosound black nylon wound tru bass work on Fender Mustang PJ? What might I expect in sound quality? Mostly play blues and jazz so a more upright bass sound would be good.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    1) Yes. 2) Upright is what it would sound like. These are a very heavy gauge and the neck will need a tweak.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byBill

    fromJamison PA

    Will these string fit on a 2016 Fender Fretless Jazz Bass?

    Will these string fit on a 2016 Fender Fretless Jazz Bass?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byJulian the bassist

    fromHouston, TX

    Will this fit on a Hofner Ignition Violin Bass?

    Will this fit on a Hofner Ignition Violin Bass?

    Open Reply - Beau
    Yes.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byKen

    fromSpringboro Ohio

    I have a Kramer " The Duke " headless bass. Are these the proper length? Thanks

    I have a Kramer " The Duke " headless bass. Are these the proper length? Thanks

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes they are

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byAlbert

    fromPasadena tx

    Does these fit a Jaguar vintage modified ss bass ?

    Does these fit a Jaguar vintage modified ss bass ?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Yes, these strings will fit that model