The Black Nylon Tru Bass Strings were originally developed to simulate a double bass sound on an electric bass.
These RotoSound strings made their most famous appearance on top of the 'Apple' building, while Paul McCartney was playing his Hofner bass. You will note that the tension is low, making this string extremely comfortable to play.
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.