Dr Fat Beams Vs Hi Beams

They are nicknamed fat because they give enhanced mids compared to hi beams.

Dr fat beams vs hi beams.

Fat beams have a bit more zing and hi beams have a firmer low end to my ears. Hi beams require much more time care and extra steps to make than other bass strings. Hi beam stainless steel bass strings are round wound and constructed on a round core which makes them unique and also require more time to construct. Our fat beam bass strings are hand made with the finest american stainless steel available wound on round cores for increased flexibility and tone.

The available gauges for the marcus a k a fat beams are no different than what is available as standard in other brands 045 145 for a 5 er. Anyways if you re looking to get a bright tone without sacrificing the warmth of the sunbeams get the fat beams. 2 the hi beams are brighter with a slight mid scoop whilst the sunbeams are warmer and fuller sounding. The dr winding has an unusual quality to it where the strings are flexy but it s easy for your fingers to get purchase on them.

3 the tension is the same due the round core wire used in both sets. I find myself fretting less hard with them and playing fast easier than i do with flats or other steels. Check him out for a variety of reasons as well as to hear some characteristics of these strings. Fat beams are the signature string of innovative world class bassist marcus miller.

Similar to the hi beams smoother and fatter. They are steel roundwound and have a round core.