The Rotosound RS88M Tru Bass 88 is a black nylon flatwound string set with an iconic warm and smooth sound that became world-famous thanks to the Beatles' album Abbey Road . Thanks to the ultra-low string tension and thick nylon winding, this set produces a rich, double bass-like tone that is perfect for fretless basses and styles such as jazz, fusion, dub, and reggae .
This medium-scale version is specifically designed for 32-inch scale basses and offers a comfortable playing feel with a full tone. Renowned bassist Herbie Flowers used these strings for his work on Lou Reed's legendary album "Transformer ," earning them a place in music history.
Specifications:
- Type: Black nylon flatwound string set for electric bass guitar
- Model: Rotosound RS88M Tru Bass 88
- Material: Black nylon wound on a metal core
- Tension: Standard (low physical tension)
- String gauges: .065, .075, .090, .115
- Sound character: Warm, round, acoustic, upright bass-like
- Playing feel: Smooth, supple and comfortable
- Length: Medium scale (32")
- Suitable for: Fretless bass guitars, jazz, dub, reggae, fusion
- Notable users: Paul McCartney, Herbie Flowers
- Made in: United Kingdom
