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Hi Brendan I've always used 40-100 gauge double ball Hotwires on my Status basses (Elixirs on others). I only bought the Elites due to the Hotwires being temporarily unavailable. My initial impressions are that Elites feel fine but don't sound as bright as the Hotwires. I'd have no hesitation in buying them again but will almost certainly return to using Hotwires as soon as my preferred type are available again. Regards Gaz