New 5 strings on a 4 string question...

[akio]

Re: New 5 strings on a 4 string question...

Uh, that would be B-flat. Pretty sure Aceman knows the difference there...

 

[Clint 55]

Re: New 5 strings on a 4 string question...

You guys get your acts together and take 2 seconds to master the use of stringtensionpro.com

 

[marcboomer]

Re: New 5 strings on a 4 string question...

Aceman, Please clarify. What is the B string tuned to?

 

[Aceman]

Re: New 5 strings on a 4 string question...

Aceman, Please clarify. What is the B string tuned to?

The typical Eb of a regular 4 string mostly.

Or down to D for Ratt/Skid Row, or C# on Pour Some Sugar.

Mostly Eb

 

[Clint 55]

Re: New 5 strings on a 4 string question...

Gb 0.0650 in. 70.53 lbs Stringtensionpro.com
Db 0.0850 in. 66.02 lbs
Ab 0.1000 in. 49.93 lbs
Eb 0.1300 in. 46.36 lbs

Gb 0.0450 in. 35.37 lbs
Db 0.0650 in. 39.58 lbs
Ab 0.0850 in. 37.05 lbs
Eb 0.1100 in. 33.47 lbs

So your Gb string has twice as much tension as a normal gauge. Happy times.

 

[Aceman]

Re: New 5 strings on a 4 string question...

Man - that's a shame...I'm gonna have to put a stop to that. That is crazy stupid tension. No wonder it sounds awesome!

Or at least tune it wayyyy down when not in band-mode.