The Rotosound RS885LD Tru Bass 88 is a 5-string black nylon flatwound string set known for its warm, deep tone and smooth playing feel. This long-scale set, with standard gauges ranging from .065 to .135, gives any electric bass the round, woody sound of a double bass—a sound made famous on the Beatles' Abbey Road album. Their low tension makes them ideal for fretless basses.
Tru Bass strings are particularly well-suited for jazz, fusion, dub, and reggae , and are praised for their soft attack and rich tone. The extra low B string provides extra depth, perfect for modern players seeking a classic, warm sound with added range. Herbie Flowers used these strings on Lou Reed's Transformer, among others.
Specifications:
- Type: String set for 5-string electric bass guitar
- Model: Rotosound RS885LD Tru Bass 88
- Material: Black nylon flatwound wrapped on a metal core
- Tension: Standard, with low physical string tension
- String gauges: .065, .075, .100, .115, .135
- Sound character: Warm, round, double bass-like
- Playing feel: Very smooth and supple
- Length: Long scale
- Suitable for: Fretless bass, jazz, dub, reggae, fusion
- Notable users: Paul McCartney, Herbie Flowers
- Made in: United Kingdom
