{"product_id":"rotosound-sm55-snaren-set-elektrisch-bass-linea-pressure-wound-40-100-hybrid-gauge","title":"Rotosound SM55 Bass String Set Linea Pressure Wound Stainless Steel Hybrid Gauge (040-100) ","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:4a21e963-aa5a-4066-83ab-9c43f06cbfb5-37\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-76\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] thread-sm:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] thread-lg:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] thread-lg:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"97eaa575-f8df-4b0b-917b-a264b616781a\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"566\"\u003e The Rotosound SM55 is a pressure wound electric bass string set, designed with a unique technique in which the stainless steel winding surface is rolled under pressure after winding. This \u003cem data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"320\"\u003elinea pressure wound\u003c\/em\u003e process smooths the surface, reduces finger noise and friction, and allows for faster and smoother finger movements. At the same time, the string's mass is retained, resulting in a clear tone with rich mid-range frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003eWith string gauges ranging from .040 to .100, this long-scale set offers a hybrid gauge that plays smoothly yet delivers ample punch and definition. The SM55 is particularly well-suited for studio recording, fretless basses, and situations where control, tonal purity, and nuance are essential. This original \u003cem data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"882\"\u003epressure wound\u003c\/em\u003e string—a 1970s design by James How—remains a unique choice for bassists seeking a subtle and versatile tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e Type: Linea pressure wound bass string set for electric bass guitar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e Material: Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e Finish: Pressure-wound (rolled for smooth surface)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e Tension: Hybrid gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003e String gauges: .040, .060, .080, .100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e Sound character: Clear with boosted mids, less finger noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e Playing feel: Smooth and responsive with reduced friction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e Length: Long scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003e Suitable for: Studio, fretless basses, quiet passages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003e Designed by: James How, 1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eCreated by: Rotosound, United Kingdom \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"Rotosound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49275723350337,"sku":"SM55","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/8449\/4657\/files\/39403.jpg?v=1724427851","url":"https:\/\/vdsinstrumenten.fr\/en\/products\/rotosound-sm55-snaren-set-elektrisch-bass-linea-pressure-wound-40-100-hybrid-gauge","provider":"VDS instrumenten","version":"1.0","type":"link"}