--- product_id: 1386112 title: "RS88LD Black Nylon Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings (65 75 100 115)" brand: "rotosound" price: "€ 81.33" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Rotosound" url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1386112-rs88ld-black-nylon-flatwound-bass-guitar-strings-65-75-100 store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # Distinctive black nylon wrap Ultra-mellow upright bass sound Iconic flatwound tone RS88LD Black Nylon Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings (65 75 100 115) **Brand:** rotosound **Price:** € 81.33 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > ⚫🎸 Elevate your bass game with the strings that defined a generation ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** RS88LD Black Nylon Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings (65 75 100 115) by rotosound - **How much does it cost?** € 81.33 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1386112-rs88ld-black-nylon-flatwound-bass-guitar-strings-65-75-100) ## Best For - rotosound enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted rotosound brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Extra Heavy Gauge:** Robust 65-115 gauge set for deep, punchy low-end presence - β€’ **Timeless Aesthetic:** Stand out with unique black wrap and yellow silk ends, favored by bass legends - β€’ **Smooth Flatwound Feel:** Experience silky playability with patented black nylon flatwound strings - β€’ **Legendary Vintage Tone:** Emulate the iconic Abbey Road bass sound famously used by Paul McCartney - β€’ **Versatile Genre Compatibility:** Perfect for jazz, fusion, reggae, and dub players craving upright bass warmth ## Overview Rotosound RS88LD Black Nylon Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings (65-115 gauge) deliver a patented, ultra-smooth flatwound nylon wrap designed since 1962 to replicate the warm, mellow tone of an upright bass. Favored by iconic musicians like Paul McCartney, these extra heavy gauge strings combine vintage sound with modern playability, making them ideal for jazz, fusion, reggae, and dub bassists seeking legendary tone and distinctive style. ## Description Product Description Most famously used by Sir Paul McCartney on the Beatles’ Abbey Road, Tru Bass strings have been utilised by jazz, fusion, dub, and reggae players. The distinctive black wrap and yellow silk ends of these strings have been spotted on basses belonging to icons such as Bruce Foxton, Graham Maby, and Herbie Flowers. From the Manufacturer Specifically designed and patented in 1962 to emulate the mellow sound of an upright bass using flatwound black nylon ribbon, our Tru Bass strings have been embraced by players of all styles. Originally conceived by James How to be fitted to the Burns Black Bison bass, Tru Bass strings may be the nearest you will ever get to a double bass tone from an electric bass. Review: Those RotoSound strings, tho! Best strings ever! - These are the first strings I ever bought for my first bass guitar. I was a little apprehensive because it was my first bass and the strings are not cheap and I didn't want to buy multiple sets from different manufacturers if I had made a mistake with the RotoSounds. I was afraid I'd have to try many different strings to find the sound I wanted. I read everything I could find about strings for bass guitars and settled on these. I play mostly Motown, soul and reggae and was after that 'upright' bass/James Jamerson kind of sound. These strings fit the bill perfectly! I couldn't find them on desertcart and bought them on E-Bay for about the same price as these and I was totally amazed by them! They have that dark, warm, soulful sound I sought after. These strings are smooth (reduced finger noise/almost non-existent) and would look awesome on any bass because they are black! They are easy on the fingers and slides are effortless. The tension is low and the action is great on my bass! You can't beat the huge sound you get...even with passive pickups - it feels like my bass has a pulse of its own. The strings make my bass come to life. It has presence. I play in a band and you can definitely appreciate how good these sound. I just bought my 2nd bass a week ago (also a Fender J-Bass) and I ordered a 2nd set of these strings from desertcart 2 days ago. They should arrive tomorrow. I got the long scale both times because my basses measure 34 inches from the saddle to the nut and these strings are plenty long. I did trim them down so I have about 2 - 2 1/2 windings per peg. I did not have to file the nut on my first bass and from the looks of it, I won't have to adjust the nut on my new bass either. If you want to slap/pop, play metal, etc. these strings might not be for you. But for jazz, soul, Motown, reggae - you won't find a better sound. Made in England and endorsed by many of the world's top artists. You can't go wrong with RotoSound! You'll be blown away by the amazing sound of these strings! Buy them. I hope this review is helpful to you. Review: Not Your Typical Bass Strings - Great strings if you want that upright sound. I use these for country music and they sound fantastic without much EQing on a precision bass. I wouldn't say the strings produce as big of a signal as uncovered flatwound strings, but turning up the volume a tad on your amp isn't hard to do. I was trying out all my basses to see which had the best sound. At first I though it was a particular bass, but soon found out it was whichever bass had these strings on. They really do alter the sound and bring out a more retro tone to your bass. Really thick in the low mids. The sound they produce has a "thump" to it and doesn't really jump out to the crowd in the band mix. They don't have an aggresive sound. These rotosounds rather fill up the space and add a warmth to it. Very easy on the fingers and like what others have said, no noise from sliding your fingers up and down the strings. Tension is lower than most strings which is pleasant. You have to really hold down the string as the nylon is a bit slippery on frets while plucking the string hard, but that could just be me. They sounded amazing on my fretless but moved them to my other bass as they began to buzz near the first fret. I was bummed because how close it sounded to an upright on the fretless with a more wood like tone. Either way, they sound great on my fretted. Just make sure to set the action a little higher for fretless. Also the gauges are really thick so prepare to file open the nut for them. Great strings, never changing them out! ## Features - BLACK NYLON FLATWOUND 65 75 100 115 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002GNUYU | | Best Sellers Rank | #10,685 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #64 in Bass Guitar Strings | | Body Material Type | Nylon | | Brand | ROTOSOUND | | Brand Name | ROTOSOUND | | Color | Black,Yellow | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 695 Reviews | | Finish Type | Uncoated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00686194000363 | | Included Components | 4 bass guitar strings | | Instrument | Bass Guitar | | Item Type Name | Bass Guitar Strings | | Item Weight | 0.19 Pounds | | Manufacturer | RotoSound | | Manufacturer Part Number | RS88LD NYLON FLATW Standard 65-115 | | Material Type | Nylon | | Model Name | {FEEDTITLE} | | Model Number | RS88LD | | Recommended Uses For Product | Playing bass guitar | | Set Name | Rotosound RS88LD | | String Gauge | Extra Heavy | | String Material Type | Nickel Steel | | UPC | 686194000363 | | Unit Count | 4.0 Count | | Warranty Description | Free from defects. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ROTOSOUND - **String Gauge:** Extra Heavy - **Color:** Black,Yellow - **Instrument:** Bass Guitar - **String Material Type:** Nickel Steel ## Images ![RS88LD Black Nylon Flatwound Bass Guitar Strings (65 75 100 115) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7150sx3BJLL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Those RotoSound strings, tho! Best strings ever! *by M***Z on January 30, 2015* These are the first strings I ever bought for my first bass guitar. I was a little apprehensive because it was my first bass and the strings are not cheap and I didn't want to buy multiple sets from different manufacturers if I had made a mistake with the RotoSounds. I was afraid I'd have to try many different strings to find the sound I wanted. I read everything I could find about strings for bass guitars and settled on these. I play mostly Motown, soul and reggae and was after that 'upright' bass/James Jamerson kind of sound. These strings fit the bill perfectly! I couldn't find them on Amazon and bought them on E-Bay for about the same price as these and I was totally amazed by them! They have that dark, warm, soulful sound I sought after. These strings are smooth (reduced finger noise/almost non-existent) and would look awesome on any bass because they are black! They are easy on the fingers and slides are effortless. The tension is low and the action is great on my bass! You can't beat the huge sound you get...even with passive pickups - it feels like my bass has a pulse of its own. The strings make my bass come to life. It has presence. I play in a band and you can definitely appreciate how good these sound. I just bought my 2nd bass a week ago (also a Fender J-Bass) and I ordered a 2nd set of these strings from Amazon 2 days ago. They should arrive tomorrow. I got the long scale both times because my basses measure 34 inches from the saddle to the nut and these strings are plenty long. I did trim them down so I have about 2 - 2 1/2 windings per peg. I did not have to file the nut on my first bass and from the looks of it, I won't have to adjust the nut on my new bass either. If you want to slap/pop, play metal, etc. these strings might not be for you. But for jazz, soul, Motown, reggae - you won't find a better sound. Made in England and endorsed by many of the world's top artists. You can't go wrong with RotoSound! You'll be blown away by the amazing sound of these strings! Buy them. I hope this review is helpful to you. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not Your Typical Bass Strings *by S***4 on July 9, 2012* Great strings if you want that upright sound. I use these for country music and they sound fantastic without much EQing on a precision bass. I wouldn't say the strings produce as big of a signal as uncovered flatwound strings, but turning up the volume a tad on your amp isn't hard to do. I was trying out all my basses to see which had the best sound. At first I though it was a particular bass, but soon found out it was whichever bass had these strings on. They really do alter the sound and bring out a more retro tone to your bass. Really thick in the low mids. The sound they produce has a "thump" to it and doesn't really jump out to the crowd in the band mix. They don't have an aggresive sound. These rotosounds rather fill up the space and add a warmth to it. Very easy on the fingers and like what others have said, no noise from sliding your fingers up and down the strings. Tension is lower than most strings which is pleasant. You have to really hold down the string as the nylon is a bit slippery on frets while plucking the string hard, but that could just be me. They sounded amazing on my fretless but moved them to my other bass as they began to buzz near the first fret. I was bummed because how close it sounded to an upright on the fretless with a more wood like tone. Either way, they sound great on my fretted. Just make sure to set the action a little higher for fretless. Also the gauges are really thick so prepare to file open the nut for them. Great strings, never changing them out! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Smooth feel, great deep bass tone *by M***S on March 10, 2024* Best strings I've bought for bass! Playing worship music through a pedal board with a 0-watt amp/cab Sim (DS Humbolt clone) straight to front of house. Beautiful deep rich tones, smooth feel and reportedly last a long time between changes. The Guage on the strings are larger than normal (115 on the low E vs 105 on my black beauty round wound), this will require a small adjustment in both the nut and bridge to have strings fit properly. Guitar Center set mine up for me but if you feel comfortable filing the nut it is an easy fix. I would highly recommend this product, and will buy again, especially if you are playing mostly clean and looking for a deep resonant upright tone on a P bass. I am a 62 year old worship musician playing bass, guitar and electric. Bass pictured is my actual Waterstone Lulu P bass. 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