Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Bass orc. light 5-stars Reviews

These are my favourite strings so far

It’s a risk trying new double bass strings as they are an expensive item if you don’t like them. I’ve tried a variety of orchestral and jazz type strings over the years and I find these better for pizzicato but also fairly good to bow. Strings vary a bit on different basses but they have added a bit of life to mine and a slightly more old school sound

The most versatile strings in the market

Of all the hybrid strings available, these ones are definitely one of the most suitable both for jazz pizzicato and bowing in a classical music context. It has excellent adherence to the bow, as well as great clarity for pizzicato. For the bassist who plays in both classical and jazz contexts, and have to use the same instrument for both jobs, there is no better strings than this one. I can attest this not only out of my own experience, but also from other bassists that I know, who have the same opinion.

Great organic tone

These are great strings that sound balanced on my (cheap) bass. They are on the darker side, but still cut nicely, in an old fashioned way (to my ear). I like them!

Very versatile, and an excellent hybrid for jazz

When I bought my bass it had some pretty heavy strings which were reasonable for pizz but terrible for Arco. Playing mostly jazz, I did want the option to bow occasionally. More recently, I have found myself playing bow for a number of folk/singer-singer tracks and the sound is great for that too. A lower tension than my previous string, making it much easier to play, but somehow with no loss of punch in the pizz. Arco sounds full and smooth, despite my mediocre technique. Can highly recommend for their versatility. Still sounding beautiful today, some 4 years later.

For years I used Tomastik Spirocore (most recently, weich). I was reluctant to experiment as bass strings are so expensive. But a conversation a couple of years ago with a pro bassist persuaded me to try these. What I really noticed is the outstanding quality of vibrato sound from the G string with both arco and pizz.

Excellent multi purpose string

I use these strings mostly for pizz in a bluegrass/folk context. They have a good sound quality and have lasted well. They are loud,despite being thinner than some strings.They also have a good arco sound and produce a warm tone when bowed.

Fabulous Strings

When you open the string packet under the leaf it says "I was so happy I couldn't stop playing". OK no pressure then. I had heard about the Evah Pirazzi strings on various bass blogs and websites and after about 3 years with my last set of Pirastro hybrids I thought I would take a chance. Being a double bass player is a hard job. It looks easy and bass guitarists usually think it's a bit like playing a big acoustic but the wear and tear on muscles and fingers can be serious. I needed a hybrid string because I play jazz and also work with a couple of local orchestras. Some strings don't work for both.

These strings do. They feel light and slightly rubbery and it takes a few minutes to get the feel. The first thing I noticed was the sustain on the bottom strings. It sings beautifully. The attack on the pizzicato is wonderful and although these are not going turn you into Scott La Faro they are the nearest thing to gut you will find. Bowing is good. Certainly better than anything I have experienced before. I had to lighten up with the bow as the sound was so loud. Three days after fitting them I played Mahler 4 and I was delighted with the control I achieved. I bought the weich version of this string to help my fingers cope with an increased workload and I can heartily recommend these strings. OK I was so happy I couldn't stop playing....