Do short scale bass need special strings?

Choosing the right strings is CRUCIAL to getting a good result from your short scale bass! Bass strings on a short-scale are under less tension that on a long scale so if you’re used to using say 40-95 on a long scale, you may need to go up a gauge to 45-100 to get the tension back to where you like it.

Are short scale basses good for slap?

Generally, the playing feel is a set-up matter. The sound is a result of numerous contributory factors. Ideally, slap bass shouldn’t be permitted to work on any bass, regardless of scale length.

What is considered a short scale bass?

In the context of guitars, bass guitars, and other string instruments, scale length refers to the distance between the bridge and the nut, not the length of the neck. Referred to as “short-scale” basses, these instruments generally had scale lengths of less than 31″.

How many frets does a short scale bass have?

Boasting five frets, ash or alder bodies, maple or rosewood fretboards, Fender pickups and electronics, and jumbo headstocks, these instruments will change the modern approach to bass forever.

How long are short scale bass strings?

30”
Typically speaking, short scale basses have a string length of 30”, and long scale basses have a string length of 34” inches. To give some perspective, if you are a guitarist interested in playing bass, the scale length of a Fender Start is 25.5”, and the scale length of a Gibson Les Paul is 24.75”.

Does paul McCartney use flatwound bass strings?

Paul McCartney uses Ernie ball 2223 Nickel Super Slinky Electric Guitar strings Gauge 09 -042 for guitar. On Bass he uses Hofner H1133 B Bass nickel flat-wound strings in gauge 045, 055, 075, 095. as well as Roto-sound strings including RS88 Black Nylon bass strings gauge of 065, 075, 100, 115.

Can I put long scale bass strings on a short scale bass?

Yes, you can certainly make a set of long scale strings work on a shorter scale length bass but you definitely need to choose your strings wisely.

Is the Mustang Bass a short scale?

The Mustang Bass has a short 30″ scale and a single split pickup (similar to the Precision Bass), one volume and one tone control, with strings-through-body routing. Like the early Precision and Jazz basses, the Mustang Bass was fitted with string mutes (although most players removed these).