Acoustic Bass - Strings Comparison (Emerald Guitars)

[@mickkennedy1344]

I like the Half Rounds, don't like when a bass has a too bright and 'ringing' sound that you get from round wound strings -- I like to pluck or strike the strings quite hard ( sometimes with a BIG hard, but half flexible, plec) to give it a full, resonant, deep bass tone.

[@MN-de]

THIS is the video I was searching for for month :) thank you guys!

[@pleromicpastry5445]

Love the tone of that bass. Beautiful instrument. I thought all but the second set sounded good. The half rounds sounded best but I think I'm going with the tapewounds because I like that old timey sound best.

[@handybunny]

Very helpful. Either the Chromes or Halfrounds for me.

[@emeraldguitars]

Glad it helped!

[@beck769]

GREAT video!! I picked up some D`Addario half rounds for my Dean playmate, and what a difference!! Went from sounding really tinny to sounding fuller and a meaty sound!! Thank you!!

[@NikkieRoxxx]

I love his accent... and he sounds so much enthusiastic!!

[@RockStarOscarStern634]

There's a wide Plethora of sounds you can get out of this Bass by using any set of Strings. Electric Bass Strings give clarity to already darker instruments.

[@MsZibor]

thanks..excellent test I would ask you to tell me which model of microphone it is

[@billholder1330]

I'd love to hear what you think of the new GHS Pressurewound Bronze on the Balor - they have the tone of the bronze but not the squeaks and finger noise. Great on fretless ABGs! I thought the Chromes sounded the best of this bunch - louder than I expected!

[@stevevolkmann6228]

Nice review! Are those half wounds made specifically for acoustic bass?

[@agitatorjr]

No, only the first set was made for accoustic.

[@chrisjs6123]

The Half wounds sound great. Definitely what i would go for. I detest tape wounds, seem to lack presence but have too much high end at the same time.

[@emeraldguitars]

Hi Chris...thanks for your comment 😊

[@SG-dw1my]

It's a terrific comparison and a beautiful sounding instrument. However, I'm considering an instrument that costs 1/10 of that one which is not known for its acoustic sound quality. It would be incredibly useful to have heard this comparison using the piezo pickup. Do you have a string recommendation when used strictly through an amplifier? From what I understand, bronze strings often have higher tension than most bass guitar strings. Did you encounter any issues in that regard? Thank you.

[@emeraldguitars]

We're always working on new content and will keep that in mind!

[@deadandburied7626]

Which give the electric Humbucker pickup sound best?

[@emeraldguitars]

For electric pickups it is best to use Electric bass strings such as the D'Addario chromes or half-flats. You can always get in touch with us at [e-mail] for help on orders and specifics.

[@elimerquita2267]

Damn! that acoustic bass sounds WICKED!!!!

[@cris4076]

slap da shit compa

[@belaoxmyx4398]

Super helpful video. Thanks!

[@kevinedwards7206]

used to call them "ground" rounds.. try roto- sound piano wound( electric bass)..sounds like a sledgehammer hitting an anvil

[@jalaskabtu]

Thanks, nice work

[@oliverj1428]

Thanks, that was very useful

[@emeraldguitars]

Any time!

[@humanbass]

The Half were magic.

[@AngeloLuis22]

Its ok to use acoustic pick up for that?

[@ThomasHope73]

So they’re all “lovely”? ...hmmm

[@Atomicgherkin]

Can you string an acoustic bass with electric bass strings? I dislike the way brass strings feel.

[@TheSilence1]

This acoustic bass supposedly has the same scale length as any standard sized electric bass, so yes electric strings will work and will have the proper amount of tension. If you have a different bass you'll have to look up the scale length for yourself. The standard scale length for electric bass is 34 inches.

[@Atomicgherkin]

Right, cheers! What other strings would you recommend for an acoustic bass? No brass strings, please.

[@troykeys-applyingprinciples]

@@Atomicgherkin Normally No. I don't know about this bass specifically, but generally acoustic bass guitars are at 30lbs of pressure, where an electric bass is 50 lbs of pressure. I warped one of my acoustic basses by playing with electric strings for years.

[@pimpampet9202]

He looks like an older daniel thrasher

[@soundknight]

That's not an acoustic bass, it's a carbon fibre suitcase

[@dylanj8676]

They're marketed as acoustic basses, Washburn's higher end ones are like this too. Sound hole at the top for some reason.

[@Stabacs]

@@dylanj8676 the soundhole on top allows the bass player to hear the bass better. If it is on the front, the sound goes away from you, if that makes sense

[@addisonbassist]

PLEEEEEEEEEEEEEZE make me a lefty.

[@philippeperrin1590]

Pick a real bassist next time ...