String Gauge Dilemma, Different guitars & tunings, different string gauge |
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Mar 23 2010, 12:19 AM
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QUOTE (ZakkWylde @ Mar 22 2010, 04:37 PM)  Strings size only matters for Bendings and vibrato, picking and legato are as easy as on thin strings if you guitar is set up well... Jeff Loomis plays 7 String Sweeps and he has a 70 (!!!) String on the low B string and plays it without a problem. I have 12-56 strings on my guitars and I am only tuned to D standard; bending is a little rough at first but pickinkg runs are as easy as ever. Also: Bigger strings ---> better sound +1 zakk, 12 strings? that's a lil bit much uh  ?
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Mar 25 2010, 12:36 AM
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If you really care for your tone, you might wanna install 11-52 set. If that doesn't work for you, perhaps 10-52 hybrid can work as well. Dunno why you changed to 10-46, but looks like it's time to experiment some
 Remember to setup the guitar again with the new strings. New string diameter means the action needs adjusting via the bridge, and you might also have to tighten up the truss rod a bit to compensate on the string pull of the new gauge. Intonation is mandatory, because new gauge often disrupts the intonation quality, so just align those saddles nicely. -------------------- - Ivan's Video Chat Lesson Notes HERE
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Mar 25 2010, 07:40 PM
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I am using 10-52 sets on all my Les Pauls, my tuning is always E flat and I am more than happy with that. The Normal 10-46 set is definitely too thin for lower tunings, it will always feel sloppy, so the only way out are thicker strings
-------------------- Guitars: various Gibson Les Pauls / Gibson J 45
Amps: Mesa Boogie Tripple Rectifier / Triaxis / 2:90 Poweramp / Rectocabs Effects: Rocktron Intellifex / Rocktron Xpression Homepage: www.marcussiepen.com www.blind-guardian.com Check out my video lessons! |
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Mar 28 2010, 06:51 PM
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I have been using a Stone pick for the last 20 years, actually I am still using it, but I also got a couple of new ones from Dugain picks, they are as good as my "Pick of Destiny", you can check them out at http://www.dugainpicks.com/stone.html
I am using Agate picks -------------------- Guitars: various Gibson Les Pauls / Gibson J 45
Amps: Mesa Boogie Tripple Rectifier / Triaxis / 2:90 Poweramp / Rectocabs Effects: Rocktron Intellifex / Rocktron Xpression Homepage: www.marcussiepen.com www.blind-guardian.com Check out my video lessons! |
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Mar 30 2010, 07:33 PM
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I don't like thin picks, they don't deliver the sound that I want, those ones made of stone are absolutely perfect for me. And thanks for the comments about the DVD
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-------------------- Guitars: various Gibson Les Pauls / Gibson J 45
Amps: Mesa Boogie Tripple Rectifier / Triaxis / 2:90 Poweramp / Rectocabs Effects: Rocktron Intellifex / Rocktron Xpression Homepage: www.marcussiepen.com www.blind-guardian.com Check out my video lessons! |
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Apr 1 2010, 11:20 PM
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Great Replies! Todd here
As far as gauge goes, I am a big fan of Super Slinky 9 Gauge sets. However, being that it is a 9 set, the low E is not that thick and doesn't detune well. You could always create split packs with 10 gauge or heavier for the low strings and the high strings from a 9 set. If you have a double locking tremelo set to free float, the gauge can have a subtle impact on where the "neutral" or "zero point" is on your whammy bar as well as the intonation. Here is a good chunk on adjusting your floyd rose based on what gauge strings you are using. ------------------ Great Article On String Gauge and Tremelo Setup On a Floyd Rose® locking tremolo, loosen the hex nut on top of the saddle. On an American Deluxe locking tremolo, the hex lock-down screw is found beneath the bridge plate. Adjust the first-string bridge saddle to the scale length, measuring from the inside of the nut to the center of the bridge saddle. Re-tighten the lock-down screw. Now adjust the distance of the second-string saddle back from the first-string saddle, using the gauge of the second string as a measurement. For example, if the second-string gauge is .011", you'd move the second-string saddle back .011" from the first-string saddle. Move the third-string saddle back from the second-string saddle, using the gauge of the third string as a measurement. The fourth-string saddle should be set parallel with the second-string saddle. Proceed with the fifth and sixth strings in the same manner used for the second and third strings. http://www.fender.com/support/locking_tremelos.php --------------------- Hope this helps Todd |
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