Members davidM Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 So I need to restring my ric, and one of the guys in the band said I should get some flatwounds. I've read that flatwounds are what sound best on a Ric, but I'm not entirely sure it will for this situation. We are a pretty heavy artcore band and usually play in drop D. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sub5ound Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 You should get a set of Fakeys Un-Wounds. That's what I have on my Cort Steinberger copy. Thing sounds sweet too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members zachoff Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 I've always played in heavy bands and tried groudwounds one time (halfway between flat and round) and they didn't cut through nearly as well as my nickels so I gave up on em. YMMV though... A Ric is a totally different animal than a Reverend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Onkel Bob Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 Ric with flats:UaRz-3DYV7c I put flats on mine every now and again. It's a different sound, but it still has some of that Ric quality to it, and it still cuts through very well. I like it, but I like rounds on it as well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jasper383 Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 What is your role in the band, soundwise? Rics sound great with flats or rounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Tolka Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 What's "best" on a Ric, or in general is a personal opinion. I find that opinions on flats are generally love or hate, with few in between. Having said that, I love flats. I'd say give them a try. Nothing to lose, as you can always revert back to your currant strings if you are not happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members davidM Posted January 28, 2010 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 What is your role in the band, soundwise?Rics sound great with flats or rounds. Our guitarist is typically all over the map doing crazy lead lines, my role is to essentially lock in between him and the drummer, and keep things sane and more musical. Typically my parts are much simpler then his, in a way I'm a glorified rhythm guitarist. I play with a pick as well. No finger plucking or slapping, their previous bassist did that and I was given strict instructions not to be "that kind of a bass play" and often the bass sounds of bands like Converge, Hot Water Music, and Small Brown Bike are referenced in the style of playing they would like to see. Hope that helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Tolka Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 No finger plucking or slapping, their previous bassist did that and I was given strict instructions not to be "that kind of a bass player" That sounds a bit dictatorial IMO. While they are entitled to try to have a particular band sound, they have no right to dictate your technique. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members stevieb Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 Our guitarist is typically all over the map doing crazy lead lines, my role is to...keep things sane and more musical. Typically my parts are much simpler then his, in a way I'm a glorified rhythm guitarist...No finger plucking or slapping,...I was given strict instructions not to be "that kind of a bass play(er)" Hope that helps! It certainly helps me to see that your guitarist is not really a guitarist- he is an EGOist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bluedogaudio Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 IMO, flats sound like ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members davidM Posted January 28, 2010 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 the previous bassist was very funk oriented in his playing, and although he was very talented that style of playing took a lot away from the sound they were collectively trying to acheive, and I agreed with that months before I was asked to join. In our initial talks I specifically asked what they wanted out of me as a bassist. And I'm happy to say that the references they made and style of playing are right up my alley. As I spend more time with them and get used to the music I'm adding my flavors all over the place and it's pretty rare people aren't smiling about them. I should clearify, the "all over the map" that was a bit embelished, lets say his form of playing is not very traditional, and he is always trying to keep the music unique. here: fair warning it's screamy. **bluedogaudio thanks for the input! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members lug Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 I put D'Addario ProSteel roundwounds on my Ric, the brightest, most aggressive strings I can find. Therefore, THOSE are the best strings for a Ric. Tell your guitardist I said so! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members davidM Posted January 28, 2010 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 I put D'Addario ProSteel roundwounds on my Ric, the brightest, most aggressive strings I can find. Therefore, THOSE are the best strings for a Ric. Tell your guitardist I said so! I love Lug logic, Lugic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members davidM Posted January 28, 2010 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 So we've got 1 in favor of flatwound, 2 in favor of roundwound. Anyone else care to throw in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Tolka Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 So we've got 1 in favor of flatwound, 2 in favor of roundwound. Anyone else care to throw in? You are going to get lots of different opinions, and be non the wiser, unless you try them yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Thumper Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 Get a set of flats and try them out. I've had flats and rounds both on my 4001, and like them equally. Isaac42 has a Ric or two strung with flats IIRC. They sounded fine at the last PDX GTG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members davidM Posted January 28, 2010 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 You are going to get lots of different opinions, and be non the wiser, unless you try them yourself. I just need to bite the bullet on this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Tolka Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 I just need to bite the bullet on this one. Let us know how you get on. I'm pretty sure you wont be disappointed. You will definitely notice a difference in the feel, plus less over all string noise. To give you an idea of how flats sound with a pick ( not a Ric ), check out some Carol Kaye on You Tube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members davidM Posted January 28, 2010 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 Let us know how you get on. I'm pretty sure you wont be disappointed. You will definitely notice a difference in the feel, plus less over all string noise. To give you an idea of how flats sound with a pick ( not a Ric ), check out some Carol Kaye on You Tube. Of course, I'm going to pick up a set tonight of flats tonight, keeping my fingers crossed the local shop has them so I don't have to go to a certain store who's name I don't speak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jasper383 Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 Busy lead guitarist. Looking to bridge between drums and guitars. Looking to support more than show off. You are a major candidate for flats. Make sure to let flats break in a while before you come to a decision. It will take several hours of playing before the true voice of the strings comes out. What brand flats does your store sell? Flats are not all alike. Gauge is important as well as brand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members davidM Posted January 28, 2010 Author Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 I'm not sure entirely sure, but I think i'll have Roto/Daddario/Ernie Ball. We go between drop D and standard tuning, I was thinking 105 or 110 (probably 110) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Tolka Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 Make sure to let flats break in a while before you come to a decision. It will take several hours of playing before the true voice of the strings comes out. What brand flats does your store sell? Flats are not all alike. Gauge is important as well as brand. +1. Especially on giving them time (sometimes longer than hours ). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Thumper Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 I'm not sure entirely sure, but I think i'll have Roto/Daddario/Ernie Ball. We go between drop D and standard tuning, I was thinking 105 or 110 (probably 110) You might want to post on the Rickenbacker Forums if you haven't already. They usually have good advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jasper383 Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 I'm not sure entirely sure, but I think i'll have Roto/Daddario/Ernie Ball. We go between drop D and standard tuning, I was thinking 105 or 110 (probably 110) That's pretty heavy for flats. I might suggest the 45-100 set of D'Addario Chromes (probably the most available set of flats anywhere), or something even lighter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members kpax Posted January 28, 2010 Members Share Posted January 28, 2010 Drop-D on a Rick? Definitely try the flatwounds. You'll hate them and your bandmate will have to keep his mouth shut for a long time. So I need to restring my ric, and one of the guys in the band said I should get some flatwounds. I've read that flatwounds are what sound best on a Ric, but I'm not entirely sure it will for this situation. We are a pretty heavy artcore band and usually play in drop D.Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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