String Gauges on Reso

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Hi I am currently having a guitar built by Pete Woodman, he has directed me here with this query ref string gauges. I mainly play in CGCEGC but also use open d and g, at present I use a 15-56 set however would I be able to use a 16-59 set with this range of tunings without things getting too stiff in open d and g.

Regards James Wigginton

[Michael Messer]

Hi James,

The 16/59 sets of MM strings are absolutely fine in those tunings. The C tuning that you have mentioned is a low tuning....all strings are tuned down from EADGBE to >CGCEGC.

Keep in touch and let us know when you get your new guitar from Pete.

Shine On,
Michael.

[Jim W]

Hi thanks for the advice.


Regards James Wigginton