Discussion in 'Strings [BG]' started by Gord_oh, Nov 2, 2014. GHS Boomers = Slinkiest and hold tone longer. Xl's are brighter and more vibrant to my ears. I have used GHS a few times and liked them but not enough to keep using them instead of D'adario. I hate the Ernie Balls, I've used D'addario for 15 years although I've recently started using DR more and more. I haven't used Boomers in years, but am tempted to give them another try. The Gear Page is the leading online community and marketplace for guitars, amps, pedals, effects and associated gear. ), Thoughts on Chase Bliss selling a limited pedal and now considering to sell more. Maybe a bit more upper midrange with the XL’s and more even top to bottom with the Boomers? check out the FAQ by clicking the
I've tried a ton of brands and still ended up using daddario. How often do you play your bass around the house without amplification. They darken pretty quickly but remain fine for some time (albeit with a lot less zing). I Only ask because I want to re-string this Tele that got the new nut last night..I notice I have a few packs of the enviromental Boomers...Before sticking D'Addarios (back) on this axe,you guys tell me a bit about the Boomers. D'Addario makes their own wire and pulls it into strings in the factory across the street. If you do not receive your activation check your spam folder before using the CONTACT US form (at the bottom right of each page). I remember I liked how they seemed to have less tension and less of a slightly metallic "edge" to their tone, as compared with D'Addario XL. I use both really and I find GHS's are a bit brighter (I like bright) and they are less buzzy than D'addario's cause they aren't as flimsy. Ernie balls don't last a day with me for some reason. My thoughts were more along the lines of "both of these sets are. I think the Boomers sound a little better than D'addario but don't last near as long, at least that's what my friend Greg says . The packaging is not as informative as D’Addario nor as colorful as Ernie Ball, but it’s what’s on the inside that counts. I have a set of the older steel versions. Also they are both really good when it comes to life-span. Thank you for your support! Those were wonderful. If this problem persists, please report it to us on our support forum! They are like the standard to which all strings should be compared to in terms of brightness or darkness and lifespan. I'm one of the many daddario half round haters (current nickel version). For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Note that passwords are case-sensitive. ... D'Addario vs. GHS… The DR Veritas line of strings are NOT coated. Haven’t used Boomers in years, but I just put a set on and they feel a lot like NYXL’s. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. For Sale: Bass Guitar Strings and Accessories, The TB Bazaar: Gear For Sale from our Sponsors, For Sale: Double Bass Amps, Strings & Accessories, Wanted: Bass Guitars, Amps, and Accessories, Wanted: Double Basses, Amps & Accessories, (You must log in or sign up to reply here. Both these strings are actually nickel-plated steel. Re: D'Addario vs. GHS I hate the Ernie Balls, I've used D'addario for 15 years although I've recently started using DR more and more. Amps, pedals, whatever. Sound: I've been using GHS Boomer 10's on all of my electrics since 1992. Supporting Members list unlimited gear with no listing fees in the Classifieds, get instant Keyword Alerts, and get Free Shipping at the TalkBass Store. both feel the same, both last just as long and so on. I've not personally noticed a difference in the string's sound or performance. Like D’Addario XL, these are on the brighter end of … Talk with your fellow tone freaks on the web's liveliest (and friendliest!) GHS Boomers - used them for years and they broke all the time. A fresh set of Boomers are like XLs after about 3-4 … Having started using them about 40 years ago , I have been using Cleartones for at least a decade. they lasted ok and were consistant. IME the Boomers break far less and sound more full and balanced out of the box. #1: Gibson SG Classic [Antiquity P-90 Set]. To start viewing messages,
Ive been using both for years. In order to be able to post messages on the Jemsite forums, you must first register. tone forum. TalkBass utilizes technology from Skimlinks that may give us a small affiliate commission on purchases made via links on our site. I usually walk into a store and ask for GHS 10-46, but half the time they are out of stock, so the next resort is D'Addario 10's. For help, or to report any issues you're currently having, please visit the ProBoards Support Forum. Messages 14,185. I’ll see if they last as long. Sean French. But if you want that extended bright tele twang I would say save them for something you want to tame. Both of these sets are the same gauges, nickel-wound steel composition, and are both brand new right … I used them all on my rather bright Agile LP which at the time had a pair of Dimarzio air classics in it. Apr 25, 2014 #4 I've been a EB user for over 30 years. Well then, maybe this is a test between roundcore and hex core nickels. Not to be pedantic, but "compositionally identical" is probably not the right way to describe this. If you could only have up to 5 pedals for the rest of your life, what would you choose. GHS Boomers self-destructed on a RG I used to have. select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. But I will say the GHS … Looking at the GHS site there isnt going to be a big difference between the cryo GHS and the regular d'addarios. I do know that their coated acoustic strings are marketed as "Dragon Skin", as indicated on the packaging. I've discovered I prefer GHS Boomers to D'Addario NYXLs for Les Pauls. People searched for this, also searched for these: I found Ernie Ball lasted longer. Guitars: electric, acoustic; accessories; and other musical instruments. GHS Boomers are roundwound, nickel-plated steel on a hex core (the most popular type of electric guitar string by far). When you put a fresh set on you know immediately by the difference. Before I discovered these, I tried every brand under the sun including DR's, Dean Markley, Blue Steel, Ernie Ball (used them all through the 80's and they always broke), D'Addario …