Wanted: Strings To Develop Hard Calluses On My Plucking Fingers

[mrjim123]

When I played in the 70's I had hard calluses on my plucking fingers. I no longer have those, but I miss them because they give my notes a more percussive attack, almost like playing with a pick.

One reason I believe my calluses disappeared is that, IIRC, I played stainless steel rounds back then, primarily Rotosounds. Now I play either nickel rounds or flats.

So, I'm looking for a low tension (loose) round wound string with harsh windings that i can load onto a practice bass, one that I will use for building my calluses. So, loose (low in tension) and harsh - any recommendations?

 

[michael_t]

So, I'm looking for a low tension (loose) round wound string with harsh windings that i can load onto a practice bass, one that I will use for building my calluses. So, loose (low in tension) and harsh - any recommendations?

What helps build calluses is a combination of rough, abrasive surface texture and stiffness. Lower tension means it will probably take longer to build calluses.

That said, I would suggest Rotosound stainless steel rounds in one of the lighter sets if you want "loose and harsh".

 

[Spidey2112]

... Rotosound stainless steel rounds in one of the lighter sets...

Ditto.

 

[Johnny Fingers]

Get some extra course sandpaper and press your finger tips into it during idle hours.