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DR Strings BZ5-130 Bootzillas Clear-coated Stainless Steel Bass Guitar Strings - .045-.130 Heavy, 5-string

.045-.130 Clear-coated Stainless Steel Electric Bass Strings, Heavy, 5-string Set
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The Signature Strings of Funk Master Bootsy Collins

Parliament-Funkadelic. James Brown. Bootsy's Rubber Band. Legendary funk bassist Bootsy Collins has laid down some filthy low-end grooves throughout his lengthy and influential career. You too can now channel his signature bass sound with DR Strings' Bootzillas Clear Coated Stainless Steel Bass Strings, which boast the perfect combination of meticulous handcrafted quality and long-lasting protection. Each string features a unique stainless-steel wrap wire that is clear coated with DR's proprietary K3 coating, guaranteed to defend against dirt, sweat, and other elements for a longer playing life. For some added "crunch," Bootzillas are wound on a hexagonal core wire, nailing that distinct otherworldly tone that is unmistakably Bootsy. Call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer to purchase a set or two of Bootzillas Clear Coated Stainless Steel Bass Strings, and flavor your playing with some funk!

DR Strings Bootzillas Clear Coated Stainless Steel Bass Strings Features:

  • Signature bass strings of funk legend Bootsy Collins
  • Heavy-gauge (.045-.130) stainless steel 5-string bass strings
  • K3 coating enhances protection against dirt and sweat
  • Wound on a hexagonal core wire for an additional "crunch"
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Tech Specs

  • Guitar Type: Electric Bass
  • Number of Strings: 5
  • Coated: Superior K3
  • Gauges: .045, .065, .085, .105, .130
  • Winding Type: Round Wound
  • Core Material: Hexagonal Steel
  • Winding Material: Stainless Steel
  • Scale Length: Super Long, 37.75"
  • Manufacturer Part Number: BZ5-130

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Coated string with a bright, powerful metal sound

I have a cheapo Ibanez SR305 bass and I'm into metal. I took off the stock nickel round wounds because 1) I wanted steel strings and 2) my hands sweat a lot and I wanted coated strings that are less slippery when fretted (and also last longer with sweaty hands). I actually bought a set of Black Beauties (125 low), because they seemed "metal" and I know Peter Steele used them. They sounded good and felt great, but after a while I realized that their "dark" sound is actually a bit too lifeless for the tone I want. So, I read some reviews and rolled the dice and picked up this set of Bootzillas (130 low). What I noticed right away:

1. They sound MUCH louder/crisper/lively on my cheapo bass
2. They still have the same good traction under my fretting hand (no slip at all)
3. The B string is MUCH more tight, be it due to the 130 gauge or to the hex core, which means you can get aggressive with it.
4. They are growly, especially the B string, very metal indeed!

I should add that I don't like floppy strings, so these hex cores feel really good. Thank you DR and Bootsy for waking up my bass and making a string that seems to fit my needs perfectly.
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