For A List Of My String Gauges Here: ►bit.ly/2nnDhmY

What string gauge did you use for this video?

@nickFX98

3 жыл бұрын

9 - 11

But seriously what gauge strings are those?

My question is never that mines aways “what tuning are u in. “

Me: "What string gauge should I buy?" Stringjoy: "Yes."

Thank you for this, friend. I just got my first baritone guitar, and this’ll help me a lot and take things into consideration! Thank you for being you.

@floridaboy9641

3 жыл бұрын

What tuning?

@apoplexiamusic

3 жыл бұрын

The Bunn also has tons of information about gauges VS scale length VS tuning and his content is Baritone all the way bro! He also runs the Baritone Obsessed FB group which is a cool community for the low-tuned denizens of this world

@TorqueBow

3 жыл бұрын

@@floridaboy9641 it’s a 29.75 scale, so I’m just gonna try to get it to E Standard, but an octave down

@Sjrm126

3 жыл бұрын

@@TorqueBow did you get a danelectro?

I'm gonna SOOOOOOO link this video to everyone asking me hahaha

For me it's actually about something else that's rarely mentioned: the attack. I'm much closer to the Richardson side of the spectrum exactly because of that, thick strings feel like you're hitting a block of wood and getting a decent, satisfying chug out of them is a wrist killer. This also applies to clean playing, the attack is really flat and sounds really unexpressive (is that a word?) with too much tension. And in fact I think the lower you tune, the lower the tension should be, as you need more attack for clarity. (I use 9.5-44 for E standard, but only a 56 for drop A and it feels and sounds perfect) The other issue is the tuning stability though, as too light strings can be frustratingly easy to whack out of tune, and it's probably the only reason why I'm not going a gauge lower on everything. In my opinion in most cases light-ish tension is better, unless you have massive hands and/or pick like a furious caveman, in which case you'll probably need more gauge for stability. But seriously, heavy strings more often than not feel and sound like shit, and definitely are not better for metal.

@nathanstatham5022

2 жыл бұрын

TLDR which string gauge is better for metal? 😏

string go brr?

@apoplexiamusic

3 жыл бұрын

This is the Way

You did this right. People have a hard time understanding what intonation and string tension are and this was great to see. The way you explain things is very down to earth and I would hope you do more of these types of videos in the future.

Can I use .110’s for drop B on a BC Rich Warlock

@peterrobles4960

3 жыл бұрын

I recommend 12’s

@marcelgrill8283

3 жыл бұрын

What else?

@p1motorcarsltd

3 жыл бұрын

Lol did you watch the video at all 😂

@williammarks8266

3 жыл бұрын

I literally use 9s and im always switching between drop b and c on my fender Stratocaster

@charliewhelan9488

3 жыл бұрын

@@williammarks8266 how do you like that? That sounds horrible to play. I use 10-56 for drop C and honestly, I want to go heavier. 9s must be horrible at staying in tune

10 years ago, before I got confident setting up my instruments myself, I once brought my ESP SS Viper (24.75") to a music store to get a nice setup in Drop C.. My strings were a set of DR DDT's 11-54. The guy looked at me dead in the eye and said "'I'm sorry, but I refuse to set up your instrument with those strings, this will mess up your guitar, you need AT LEAST a 60 for a low C, I wouldn't tune that low if I was you. You need a way longer scale lenght for that tuning". I was like "whatever". I never had any issue for this beforehand. It all comes down to preference and the particular way you play and feel your instrument. I have been playing lately in drop G# on my 25.5" scale guitar with 11-65 gauge strings. I am considering getting a baritone but so far, I had absolutely no issue at all despite the low 65 being floppy from time to time. If you wonder what gauge is right for you for x tuning you are using, just mess around with different sets and go with what you like the most

The Jason Richardson source (and more recently for me, Rick Beato's video) really opened my eyes about string gauges. I've since let go of what the internet thinks is best for my guitars and just go with what's comfy. With that said, I do think a lot would find it weird I'm so comfy with a 64 in F# lmao.

@YaYousef5

3 жыл бұрын

The Rick Beato video made go down in string gauges on all my guitars and I love it. From .10s to .09s. Feels nicer, bends easier, and there’s a touch more clarity when chugging.

This is incredibly informative. So for the love of god LEAVE THE MAN ALONE....PAY ATTENTION WITH YOUR EYES AND EARS.

@Zalkard

3 жыл бұрын

Just to be sure though... -

@Rain593

3 жыл бұрын

And fingers

@tyrone9180

3 жыл бұрын

are u mad at people for giving him feedback on videos to make so they can watch them, grow his channel, and pay him lol

@johnnygotgrowls

3 жыл бұрын

@@tyrone9180 Nope not at all. I'm talking about the relentless "String Gauges?" comments. I don't consider those to be feedback or suggestions for videos.

I did the string calculator and ordered two different sets of strings. I'm very eager to try them out. Your video was excellent, thank you for all the info!

One thing I think really worth pointing out as a lot of people forget in relation to intonation and gauge, and that is prob far more important: There IS an order for setting up your guitar (!) if your neck and action is all over the place... your intonation will be a nightmare, in fact if your action is totally jacked, you may not even be able to intonate even remotely at all, which can be quickly fixed... Point being, this often drives people who have never bothered to setup their guitars professionally or properly to think slapping a thicker gauge on will solve the problem: it will not, and your tone will suffer as you choke the energy out of the string as a result. Setup your guitars! I think it really should go without saying it's a matter of preference... Ultimately the best thing you can do In my opinion, is buy a few different packs and try for yourself and know first hand experience what the effect is going to be. Period. For me personally, I like fairly balanced tension and use as thin as gauge as i can get away with... it's more articulate, and preserves the attack and sustain instead of choking it under high tension... the opposite of what I used to do when I was younger... how things have changed ;)

Really like this video, very informative, THANK YOU for stressing feel! I don't see a lot of people stress feel enough so they end up leaving people more confused than when they started.

Back in my show playing & record recording days, I used to use a Shecter Tempest Custom with EMG85s in the bridge and neck with .72 in the low E spot as I turned BEADGB. Worked awesome, felt great.

is not about the sound alone, but the sound and the feedback when playing, hence it contributes to a difference of sound, because is related to the playing dynamics, but it is very subjective, lighter strings are easier to play but that changes the sound not based on what the passive manner pickups capture the magnetic field, but because the different gauge of the strings changes the way a player perceives the strings (tension, feel) that changes the attack and input.

I have been searching for anwsers to my question for ages. It all makes sense now thank you.

thanks for the string tension calculator honestly, that stuff is pretty interesting

I think, the lower you tune, the more important this stuff becomes. I had a few weeks and gigs with trial and error, but I finally found my perfect gauges, scale length and feel for my weird tuning. I ended up with thick strings and high tension. And for those who complain about missing attack and clarity, let me tell you, experimenting with amps/cabs and EQ (esp. treble/presence) helps A LOT.

Evertune bridges allow you to use smaller gauge strings for lower tunings which is great imho. I'm only using a .52-.10 set on my 25.5 evertune 6 string for Drop B but then i need to use at least a .62 on my 27" 7 string for A std.

Very helpful video thanks man !!

I play guitar in a progressiv metal band with 7 string guitars. We’re going down to drop A at the bottom string and leave the rest in standard. So I found a set of 0.09 to ? Strings from Ernie ball. I thought there will be to less tention. But it wasn’t. The tone, feel and grip was just amazing. And you can bend your high strings up to Kazakstan and back btw. So I recommend the opinion of Jason Richardson. I will always use strings with a much lower tention so I have the feeling!

On my 25.5 scale 6 string I used to use 11-54 for E standard to Drop B, then I changed to 12 - 62 mammoth skinkies set for anything From E standard to a djonty Octave tuning GGCFGD. Now I use the same set but replace the Low 62 for a 76. So i have a 25.5 with 12, 16, 24w, 34, 48, 76 in anything from Drop C# to around an F# Octave tuning. It works for me :)

If anyone cares, I’m a rhythm player in a technical death metal band and I feel really comfortable play 13-70 gauge in C standard/Drop A# - my bands lead guitarist plays 12-64 but does way more lead shredding and tapping In case any newer players were looking for a personal experience, we play 6 strings and I 100% know I use thick strings, but it’s what works for me, I tried out 12-64 and it just wasn’t enough for me, also tried 14-74 and that was a tad too much, quite frankly trial and error will help you find your sweet spot, mine just so happens to be a 13-70, we both play 25.5 inch 6 string LTD’s

@AgainstTheeWickedlyMusic

3 жыл бұрын

I totally get that man, I have 60-12 on my Schecter Hellraiser right now in D Standard (I play death metal as well), and it's quite comfortable. I cut back a slight bit to tune there now, I think 56-12, but C Standard is honestly pretty hard to get tense on a standard scale, at least for my liking. I was using Mammoth Slinky's for C for a while

Completely agree with you! It’s always about feel and preference. Thanks for posting that list of strings you use. I see you only do drop E for the 8 strings. Been running a regular set of 8 string for my 7 string Steph carpenter 607(same green one you have) and it’s super sloppy for a clear drop E. I’ll be going for a custom kalium set that uses a .74 or a .80. On the low E. I’m mainly a bassist, and to do a solid drop E I’m using a kalium .192 string lol. It’s super thick but I honestly wouldn’t know if there’s a ‘thinner’ gauge that can replicate that low E like that.

Since both of my 7 string guitars are an extended scale, 26.5" and 27" scale, I usually use .9 - 59 for B standard and 10 - 59 for A standard. Just feels better for me.

great video, informative! thanks

Thanks for posting this. I try not to ask this as it is very personal to everyone and how the guitar is set up

My ec-1000fr, a 24.75 scale length, is setup with drop c/d standard with 64-12 strings. When I go back to a e standard prs se with 42-9 strings my picking becomes much easier. It's like lifting weights for your pick hand. Both guitars sound awesome in their own ways. The 8 string however... 27" scale length, .80 is way too floppy and rolls out from under my finger while fretting, I can't stand anything above a mid .60--.70 for low string. 7 string is my sweet spot. Like any hobby, just experiment, research, and see what works for you. Like Andrew says, a string tension calculator will help a ton. Would recommend you take your guitar to an actual luthier for proper set up to change string gauges, before you mess with it, if you aren't exactly sure what you are doing.

I use 10 - 59 for drop Ab on a 7, my scale length is fan fret 25.5 - 27. I try to go for the lightest I can get away with before intonation/tuning issues. However, this is all up to preference so don't be afraid to experiment with different string gauges and find what works for you. Edit: I forgot to mention for 6 strings I use 10 - 52 for drop C, 25.5 scale length.

@stndrd3608

3 жыл бұрын

10-52 Drop C is by far my favourite. No other tuning/gauge combination Feels THAT good to me. For Drop A# (25.5) I use 12-64, for Drop B just 11-54. I don’t understand it either, but for A# that thick string just feels right to me 😂

@kameronwright9925

Жыл бұрын

I used 56 for drop c on a six string. Mainly because I loved the tension and it would still play great when I tuned down to drop A

Great video, i hope this guy get much attention from the viewer and some company will endorse him. And he should make a metal band too.

I use 52's on my low E (six string guitar) tuned down to drop G#. Personally I like the "Baw" sound It makes and I can play down to drop F without worrying about going out of tune. (Scale length is 25.5 in) Note: this works mainly because of how the G ,B, and high E string are tuned. I don't tune them down more that 2 whole steps when playing low tunings. (I hate to say this but) see the tuning of "Doomsday" by Architects to get a good idea of how to deal with thin strings in low tunings.

I use 10-46 on my 25.5 inch scale superstrat for any tune from e standard to drop c# and 12-60 on my 24.75 inch scale Les Paul for any tune from drop c to drop A#. also some time later I will by a 7 string guitar with some kind of 11-70 for drop A to Drop F#

I think you can basically experiment with a few sets. I see a lot of peeps around use like .56 or .58 for drop C. After a few set-changes, I came to the conclusion that a .50 or even .48 works best for me in drop C (25.5 scale). What I'm saying is all for 6 strings guitars, as I don't have any 7s or 8s. I don't need my guitar fighting me. With a .52 I went as low as A# and it was fairly ok, I also used .54 for A# but it starts feeling a bit T H I C C. If the guitar is good, my opinion is I'd never go thicker than .58, and it can take a drop G very well. Keep this in mind: the thicker the string, the darker the sound. And I personally don't want that. As for the high strings, I now have a .10 - .52 set in drop C which is perfect. For lower tunings I'd go .11 on the high strings, or maybe .13 in some extreme cases. Experiment, see what feels and sounds good for you. Don't go and buy a .62 set and put it in drop C just because your favourite KZreadr does this. It's all subjective. Thanks for the video, Andrew!

@theders8590

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. I’m one of those people who uses 11-58 (from a 7 string set on to a 6 string) for drop C and it feels perfect.

@neyrozzz7171

Жыл бұрын

@@theders8590 im using a 13-72 strings for drop g#-drop a on 24.75 scale

Great video.

I used to play .52 gauge strings and I really thought they were good for going down to drop B but then I got a new guitar and they had .46 gauge strings and I loved the way they played and was shocked that it didn’t matter that my strings weren’t super thick and I could go to drop B & A no problem

Although no one asked but I use either misha's 58 set or daddario 56 set for drop c. Issue is most string sets for drop tunings are not balanced meaning too loose on the lows and to tight on the highs.

95% of the time I use 10-52 gauge strings just because I generally play in anything from Drop C to Standard tuning. Here lately though I’ve dropped one of my 6 strings down to Drop A because I don’t have my 7 string anymore. It does surprisingly well with the 10-52 but I just bought a set of 11-54 for the low tunings for that guitar and I look forward to seeing how differently it feels and sounds.

A few years ago I managed to get 12-60 work in drop a# on a 24,75” 6-string but now I can’t make 12-62 work in drop a on a 27” baritone 6-string. The 62 is way too floppy. I don’t know if I pick way harder nowadays or what the hell is going on. I’ve played Earnie ball 13-72 in drop a for a while now on my baritone and it works great for me.

I hate going in and out of tune from just hitting the strings slightly harder. I use 11-58 for D standard/drop C

and really it's also all about how you setup and your hand playing power tho. i use 11-48's for drop B and A# and i don't have no "wobbly string" problems.

I don't play guitar as much as I used to, so my fingers aren't as strong as they used to be. I now need the strings to be a bit looser, so I use 10-46 D'Addarios in D Standard. For Drop-C I use 10-52s.

i think it might come down to pick and picking style. I think the brighter your natural picking/pick sound it the heavier the gauge your ears will want, because tone doesnt start at ZERO, its start at the point you are at once you add up your amp, speakers, guitar wood, strings, fingers, technique, pick material/thickness and technique .... THEN .. you adjust from there. so its impossible to say which string gauges are the "best". now lets talk about which socks are best for studying ... :/ LOL still a fun video ... rant away ...

lovely video

I have always thought the lighter string gauges sound great for Gothenburg style riffing. Interesting to hear Jason Richardson’s thoughts. Thicker gauges seem to lose that bite and sound a little more woofy. Not that they aren’t great in other aspects

I like using 11's in standard tuning (doesn't matter how many strings the guitar is.) It's more of a feel thing for me. There's a tone difference too, but it's really because I like the feel.

@AustinBrake98

3 жыл бұрын

Good way to snap your guitar in half.

@Ramble1234

3 жыл бұрын

@@AustinBrake98 that is not possible with 11 gauge strings. They are not heavy LOL

I use 11s

I use 10/52 paradigm strings on my tele I ideally I wouldn’t do that but it’s sick!

I think its all about setup. I have a guitar with 10 guage slinkies tuned to drop A.

Sometimes I think people ask just cause for metal it’s hard to find comfortable and balanced string gauges.

All I care about is that my strings can hold their tuning. If a certain gauge works better for a certain tuning,that's what I go for. Also,who doesn't play above the twelfth fret? That's where all the fun happens

so strings are a preference with additional info on what may fit for you

What gage strings should I use for my drums?

I use .008 on all 8 strings tuned to D-0. Sounds terrible, but it is sooo metal

I know i am late, i don't have problem playing Drop B with ernie ball hybrid slinky, 9-46 , on 25,5 inch guitar scale, maybe because i dont push too hard

scale length?

It definitely matters a bit. The only reason you can use light strings if you’re using low tunings is if you have an evertune

Hey ! Could you please help me out ? As someone who's new to guitar and just got one, I play in Drop B what string gauge should I use ? The standard ones (probably tens) feel too thin for me too play and the low strings in general feel like they're too thin to be anywhere close to Drop B [It's an Ibanez guitar for reference of scale, also my hands are huge and I hit the strings hard] Ernie Heavy bottom top lows, maybe ?

@johnbeamon

3 жыл бұрын

Start here, start.daddario.com/publish/DADDropTuning.aspx, and scroll down to the "Drop Tuning Tension Guide" table. For reference, Misha Mansoor uses the EXL117 set (green "D Tuning", with the heavier top) for drop C instead of the EXL116 because the heavier top string is less floppy in drop tuning. Drop B is a C# tuning with the top string dropped. Second, an Ibanez likely has a 25.5" scale, whereas a Gibson would have a 24.75" scale. That doesn't sounds like much, but size 10 long feels like size 11 short. So EXL117 or EXL148, depending how stiff you want them to feel. It's a one-time expense; just try a pack of each for a week.

what brand or exact model of strings should i get for my baritone 7 string guitar?

So what string gauges do you use

i use the string tension calculator and then the gauges that i got for drop c i cant find anywhere.

I guess everyone is throwing gauges out there, so I'll join in. My Jackson 7 string has a 26.5" scale, and I'm currently using .80-.14 on it for F# Standard and F Standard. My other Jackson is a Monarkh, with a 24.75" scale, and I'm using .50-.11 for E standard. Finally, my Schecter Hellraiser, 25.5" scale, has .56-12. for D standard. I string my guitars heavy because I pick pretty hard, and often fret hard when slamming power chords. I string mostly for writing, and I play a fusion of death/doom/black metal.

@k.a.m_dh9959

3 жыл бұрын

Lol I use 62's for my 25.5 scale length Ibanez when I tune to drop F#... You must like the tension of suspension bridges

@AgainstTheeWickedlyMusic

3 жыл бұрын

@@k.a.m_dh9959 Yeahh, I honestly kind of do hahaha. It suprises me how comfortable my 7 string sits though. It's pretty easy to play for having a bridge cable

Sick Mr.Robot shirt!

I totally understand normal scale guitars, but recently got a 7 and used normal scale logic and got disappointing results.. thanks Andrew!

He finally did it! HE DID IT!

Also bridge to nut scale is way more important to intonation than string gauge imo

Scale length?!?

11's are perfect for drop C. 12's for drop B

Okay. I’m a huge newbie. I was recommended Ernie’s Beefy strings for Drop D/C. Went to put the low E String on and barely got it wrapped around the nut before it snapped. I don’t get why that happened?

tried to learn something but was jamming out to the background music.

Guitar Center hates me for asking them “can my 6 string guitar go as low as drop a” and “what is the best gauge for metalcore” I get it, I’m new at this shit. Much appreciated though 🤣

It matters a ton! But there's also preference.

Very interesting you nailed it. One thing I learned was scale length is key 30 inch length in f# standard 14-68 is just prefect not super heavy feels just right. On the bass side of things unfortunately f# standard on a 34inch scale includes a 184-57 on a five string which hurts like hell. They need to make a cheaper 37inch bass! Damn you dingwall prices!!

@connormcinerney7503

3 жыл бұрын

It may be your lucky day. Spectre just released a new model with the same 34" - 37" scale ;)

@mattsyp

3 жыл бұрын

There are a few multi scale basses that cost less than a dingwall. I'd look some up and see if you could get a used one on reverb or ebay.

I use .12-52 gauge. For drop turning. And .9for anything else. Blues or 80s metal.

Whaf string gages you use

What string gauges do you use

Dope ass FSociety shirt.

Love the mr.robot t shirt

Can you pleaseeee cover heavy is the head that falls with the weight of a thousand thoughts by loathe

What string size does your MacBook have? 😅

It matters way more than we think

Yes. From personal experience, yes, it does very much matter. It’s an eternal struggle to balance between thickness of gauge and scale length.

What string gauges do you use again?

what gauge socks do you wear

I have never seen a more painful "What's up guys, Andrew Baena here" greet.

what are your favourite gundam/gunpla?

does anyone know why stringjoy took down the calculator for so long?

It does matter

uploaded 23 hours ago? ok i'll watch

58 on F# how the hell does that not become fishing wire? I dont mind playing as thin as possible. the problem is just tension. Even with a 27 scale in drop G# i need a 74 to get something usable.

What string gauge for Fsus4#78x78 tuning?

ok but what string gauge do you use?

btw what string gauge did you use for this video? lmao jk love the vids

10-46 for drop e?

just use the calculator and keep 120 pounds of tension on all the strings and the thicker strings with a little bit more tension than the thinner strings and that's it, play and see if it works and adjust accordingly

Now it's time for pick gauge

Anyone know the correct string gauge for a multiscale 5 string piccolo bass tuned to GBGF#A?

@onekidneystan4330

3 жыл бұрын

13-37