What would be some good choices for tho two strings to use?
How about either of these...
String 5 (A) tune down to G / String 4 (D) or
String 3 (G) / String 2 (B)
Low E & A
Not totally sure which (gauge string) to get for any of these or if any are good choices.
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There are varying string gauges for short scale bass...one set being .090-.075-.050-.040 for the EADG on a full short scale 30", four string bass. Looks like you're aiming for "G" tuning with either the .075 A string tuned down to G, and the .075 D as is...or the other two strings as G-B .050-.040 combo.
Choice is really yours. But if you choose the lighter two strings (G & B) the bass will not be as "deep" sounding, if that matters to you.
The E-A, of course, would give the deepest sound.
I started this one for my thread here involving the 2 string bass... http://www.cigarboxnation.com/forum/topics/help-i-have-the-cbg-sick...