GHS Short-Scale "Super Steels" bass strings review by Scott Whitley
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This video captures my first experience of using GHS "Super Steels" short-scale/medium scale bass strings. I was completely blown away with them and would recommend them to any short-scale players looking for the ultimate stainless roundwound string.
One of the most amazing Bass tones I've heard, shorties or not
Thanks so much - that's a huge compliment, Geoffrey,
Regards,
Scott.
@@ScottWhitley Scott, I am very interested in making the Chowny SWB-1 my Bass. How does it handle low E string tuned down like Drop D? Trying to avoid the "Dead" E string short scale thing... Is the neck width similar to Fender C thin? Is your Bass available in the US? Last question: Big differences in Mahogany versus Solid Ash?
Hi Geoffrey - apologies for the delay, I'll reply to your other messages in a moment too. :-)
• Drop D it totally doable - you need to lighten your touch a little, but imho works just fine!
• The neck doesn't taper nearly as much as a Jazz, it's a little narrower at the 12th and higher than a Jazz.
• The profile is similar to a jazz, certainly towards the nut end. VERY comfortable.
• Not a huge difference at all between the different wood types.
Hope that helps - I'll get to your other questions now... :-)
Scott.
@@ScottWhitley Thanks for your very thoughtful replies sir! I've been doing massive Scott Whitley and SWB research lately. About to jump on a SWB Pro (Walnut, only color available in Pro) as it appears the best tone and feel are more important than the Walnut look I don't love :( Thanks for all you do. Maybe one day you will get to perform The Seer with Kate Bush!
YOUR PLAYING!!!!!!!! Loved every bit of it.
Thank you!!
Scott- great stuff- those strings speak better than any others I've heard on shorter scale basses
Great video, Scott. Thanks for helping me make the right choice! And great chops too, man
Cheers Luke!! :-)
Awesome playing . And great channel
Thank you kindly!
Just ordered two sets for my SWB-1. Great strings!
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They sound fantastic on that bass great review!
+jjburritt Thanks! :)
Nice playing and sound.
Thanks Bob, much appreciated! Cheers, Scott.
merci Scott.bonne année meilleurs vœux de la France
+Chris totti Bonne Année :-)
Steel always gives you the most of the mostest with no weird filtering. Full spectrum, punchy, crunchy. Labella Hard Rockin' Steels have that same vibe too.
Hi Scott, I've just discovered your channel. I play a 74 Gibson Grabber and I've been out in the wilderness after 2 sets of iffy Rotosounds led me to a set of D'Addario which was a bad mistake on my part.
I've been looking at either going back to GHS Boomers (and reliving my heavy metal yoof!) Or saving up for the DR Hi Beams. Your video has just solved my dilemma, thank you and I have subscribed to your channel. Hope you're staying well and keeping sane through the CoronaVirus madness.
Hi there and thanks so much for the message and for subscribing!! :-)
Really pleased the video helped you - I'm still swearing by GHS strings, they are just brilliant.
I'm keeping well thanks - hope all is well with you too.
Cheers, Paul,
Scott.
Pretty cool they don't have that overly harsh treble right out of the pack.
That thick low E (106) is great for this shorter scale bass.. And the stainless steel might be a bit more cutting than the nickel wound is great for the low E..
Some roundwound low E at 95 or 100 can be a bit indistinct on a 30" mustang bass and give you a little problem on the 3. to 7. fret as Scott mentions.. It is a matter of scale lenght and string thickness and tension.. On a 30" fender mustang bass I am pretty sure I would go flatwounds as those have more tension at similar string thickness than rounds..
been thinking of get one myself
Isn’t it fantastic GHS (with the help of Scott) manage to update there short scale length from 32” to 32,75” on most of their strings but not on the Super Brights, which ironically Scott is reviewing and raving in this video.
GHS, please would you also update the super brights with their unique and wonderful ,044/,106 gauge. Thank you.
So odd they didn't apply it to these!
Scott when you get a chance, could you please try out one of the flat wound sets? I'm really loving your bass. I'm a flat wound guy myself but you may just convert me yet ;)
+Eric Blair I will do asap Eric! :-)
Scott Whitley Thank you!
Thanks for the excellent review.
I'd like to hear the Precision flats playing reggae style over the neck pick up with the tone rolled off.
+Tacsiification I'll try to remember this when I do the review! Cheers,
Scott.
+Scott Whitley Thanks, I'd like to know if the SWB-1 is suitable for deep vintage tones as well as the modern bright sounds you have demonstrated.
+Tacsiification Got you! I will make a point of demonstrating this for you!
Benny Hill "Flashback" Thanks
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They sound nice.
+canvoodoo :-)
Hey Scott, I noticed you used the medium scale pack in this video and that they seem to just barely fit. Do you happen to know if the medium scale strings would fit the squier short scale jag, or would the strings be too long resulting in the winds wrapping around the tuning post? I'm hoping they can because short scale sets are seriously neglected by string companies.
Hey Scott it's me again...does GHS make strings that fit the SWB Pro Bass? I need a bass string that clears the nut before the taper starts. As you may know the scale of the SWB Pro is 33 and 1/4" from bridge to nut. I would really appreciate a reply from you. Love your playing! Cheers.
Hi Scott. Amazing work you have put out there!! Do you prefer steel or nickel for your own sound or not fussed?
Thanks, James - very kind and much appreciated.
I prefer stainless steel for the powerful attack, but I'm always happy to use Nickel when steels aren't available in the gauges I like.
I actually prefer the feel of Nickel, which I think of as more clean/hi-fi sounding if that makes sense. Plenty of highs, but more crisp and sparkly, rather than in-your-face.
@@ScottWhitley nice answer! Thank-you very much. Looking forward to starting the new slap course!! Love what you are doing for us.
My absolute pleasure, James!
Is there a 5-string set available for my Ibanez Mikro?
Great playing. I build custom short scale basses. Just as a hobby. 30" scale. The E string always seems to be loose and flabby sounding. I definitely need more tension. I like rounds. These basses are Fender style as actually I use the Squire Bronco neck. Any recommendations. Thanks brother.
have you gotten any answers? i have the same issue
Hello Scott, quick question for you, are you familiar with the GHS Short Scale Pressurewounds ? If so what are your thoughts. I am trying to find a string that has a flatwound feel with the roundwound clarity, I play mostly rock and and like to pay with a pick mostly to get a bit more punch. Thx and keep up the great work
Cheers Steve.
I've used the precision flats which are a little brighter than regular flats, but not the ones you're asking about unfortunately. I'll see if GHS would be kind enough to send me some to review.
@@ScottWhitley that would be great I will stay tuned for that
Is it correct that GHS doesn't make the 5 string short scales? I have a 30" Atelier Z ZPO.
At this moment I put DR Sunbeam Short scaleson it.
But wondering is GHS make a set with a Low B
I'm really not sure sorry, Edwin. My 5-string experience is really limited. I'll have a dig around....
Dear Scott: I recently bought your SWB Pro Bass from CHOWNY. I thought it was a short scale bass but when I buy short scale bass strings the taper starts too soon and they don't fit. Can you tell me what brand of strings fits this bass? I've tried DR short scale strings and D'Addario but they DO NOT FIT. Please tell me what kind of strings fits this cool bass.
What type of drum machine? Already know the bass is amazing haha
Hi Brent, good to hear from you!
The one I use in the videos/for practicing/teaching is the drum machine built in to the Zoom B1 FOUR effects pedal. Here are a couple of links to them on Amazon, for both the UK & US. Cheers, Scott.
UK Zoom B1 FOUR: amzn.to/3GXfk96
US Zoom B1 FOUR: amzn.to/3HjwnT2
string gauges ?
44-106
What if your bass has a 24” inch scale ?
Do you just buy normal short scale strings and cut them shorter ?
Should they be light, medium, or heavy for proper tension?
I’d appreciate the help.
Thanks!
You'd need heavier to keep the tension. You may get away with cutting short scale strings down, but some of the thick part of the string might have tow rap around the peg.
Sorry I can't be of more help, Adnap,
Scott.
What about the Nickel roundwounds(bassboomers) in the SWB1?
Everybody is Searching for a Short scale string, that doesn't leave the E-String . . . feeling too "Flabby"
Hi Michael. I simply go "up one guage" when playing short scale and maybe lighten up a little on the touch. I find that works well for me. :)
Cheers,
Scott.
@@ScottWhitley Oh yeah. I'm fine with my Sterling Stingray SS-4 ( all stock ). I use the strings that came with it, & just replace them. Thats what the nut-slot was cut for, so it makes sense. I also play with lite touch.
@@michael_caz_nyc Cool :)
Thanks a lot for the review, Scott. I've been playing GHS for years and they are my favourite.
Do you think the short scale rounds would fit on an ibanez GSRM25? It is an ultra short 5-string: 28.6...
Cheers Jan-Bas. I can't say for sure, but I think they'd work just fine. Sorry if that's not much help....
Scott.
Thanks Scott. Will give it a try. Great reviews. Keep 'm coming, plz!
Is that a Mahogany or Ash body?
Looks like mahogany
Hi Scott 👍👍 I'm currently on a little 6 string guitar to 4 string bass conversion 🙈🙈, I was just wondering is it possible to strip back the outter layers of the strings to fit through the hole in the tuning peg ??? Hope u can help me 👍👍
I think you would risk to ruin the whole string. Also you should try a tail-piece near the edge of the guitar, maybe so, you could find a string that’s short enough to enter the lower key peg. Ideally, it also would help a bunch if the guitar has a reverse headstock. In general the problematic string is the lowest; it is to thick to bend around the peg without showing failure signs, that’s why they are tapered and made to size.
Scott, I bought a SS because my fingers aren't stressed as much, but i prefer the tightness of the strings on a full scale bass. Is there a string brand and gauge you would recommend to have less flop in the strings (mostly the E string)?
+taylerm92 GHS or D'addario are the ones to go for! :-)
how would you compare the D'addarios medium scale rounds with these ghs super steels tensionwise? I play now with the 160m set (rounds) but want even more tension on the E-string if possible. Keep it up :)
Short scale basses inherently have a lot of bottom. Steels make perfect sense.
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What are the string sizes?
+jjburritt Here you go - GHS 5500 44 - 106
+Scott Whitley Thanks!
Hello! I want to start with the bass, and I hesitate between short or normal scale .... normal hands, I don't play guitar
What could you recommend? Thank you!
Either would work, but short scale is always going to be a little easier to cope with. :-)
Thanks!
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