Ernie Ball Not Even Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings - 12-56 Gauge

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D standard is used a ton in Metal music, and is probably most popular for being used by Metallica in the songs ” Sad But True” and “The Thing That Should Not Be”. Both of these songs are perfect examples of going slow and low. Can't yet say how long they'll keep their fresh zing, as I've just installed them, but given how my experience with these failed to err on the positive side of things, I honestly don't care much about how long they'll last; given how ruined is the E-1st, the shortest the rest of the set will last, the best it is for me, all things considered. Still feels slinky, but retains a good amount of tension. Fender Scale (Option B) – Beefy Slinky (11-54)

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Scales work the same way that they would work in standard tuning. You should use this tuning if you are familiar to chord voicings in standard, as it is identical…just lower in pitch. Slightly on the heavier side, while retaining a bit of looseness and slinkiness on the Gibson Scale. Drop C# Fender Scale – Power Slinky (11-48) + 52 This gauge is perfect for people looking to be able to chug on the heavier strings in Drop C, but also retain some elasticity in the treble strings for solos. This is a slightly lighter gauge, and that makes bends easier. Some people may find the lower strings a little too “floppy” for their tastes. Especially with a shorter scale guitar, like a Les Paul. Drop B is pretty darn low. In fact, on the frequency scale you are heading into bass guitar territory. Drop B works just like any of the other drop tunings. I would say that this is primarily for a rhythm guitarist, as doing bends gets a little harder since you have upped the string gauge.While you can probably get away using a set of strings like 10’s, personally I recommend going a little heavier on the string gauge. This will maintain the same feel as playing in E standard. I use Ernie Ball 11-54 to ensure that the strings still feel natural and not too loose or floppy. NYXL string sets are made to be more stable, and brighter than other string brands. I have tried them out before, and I actually agree with the claims! The NYXL sets that I have tried have taken less time to break in, and the stay in tune longer. The secret is in the way the strings are wound.

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So tuning down this far might sound really cool, but you need to prepare! Your strings for Drop C are going to be much different than the ones that you use for standard. They definitely need to be a heavier gauge to compensate since you’re going down. Lighter gauges used for standard tuning will probably be pretty floppy. DR Strings is one of those brand that you always see in the guitar shop, but you probably never thought about buying. If you are looking for something different, these might be your new favorite strings for Drop C tuning! That is, if you can get past the spider! Creating a custom set of single strings allows you to retain tension on the higher strings, while allowing enough twang on the lower strings. Gibson Scale – Single Strings (12, 16, 24, 36, 48, 60)I noticed that my usually very corrosive sweat seemed to have no effect on the Paradigm strings. I usually change strings every two weeks, because they rust and corrode. These lasted me over a month, giving me twice the time I get from a regular set of strings. As far as the notes go, this one is just a little different. This is not just C standard with a dropped string. Drop B is a tuning all it’s own: Pro Tip: Your guitar may require a setup when making changes to your tuning. There are tons of bridge variations, and guitar designs out there. But I have never had to make many adjustments for Drop C tuning on a fixed bridge guitar. I set up guitars for a living. The nut slots need to be opened up a bit. The intonation needs to be re adjusted. The truss rod probably needs adjusting. Choosing the right string gauge is about getting the right amount of tension. You don’t want too much tension or it’ll be hard to play, or too little so that the strings go out of tune easily and are prone to fret buzz.

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Preferable for getting a heavier, more Strat-like tension on a Gibson Scale instrument. Drop D Both Scales – Skinny Top / Heavy Bottom (10-52) A twenty two plain or wound tuned to e flat will not sound as good as a 16, or 17 tuned to g. The string tuned to e flat simply needs a longer scale or string length to do what you want it to. You are putting a big ass tire on a subcompact and then wondering why it doesnt handle like your subcompact. When you decide to play a guitar two steps below what it was designed for the problem isnt your string but your scale length that isnt working. Try putting string bass string on a cello. There are plenty of other big names that use drop C as well. That’s what makes it one of the most popular doom metal tunings. The single finger power chords make it easy to sludge your way through riffs, and drop C still retains tons of clarity. There may be a little bit of added bass to your sound, but you can simply adjust your amp settings. As far as bands go, drop B is definitely not as popular when it comes to Doom Metal tunings, but there are a few bands that use it. And the bands that use it have an iconic sound because they are tuned so low. Some of these bands listed are more than just Doom Metal bands, but they certainly borrow from the genre often. Doom Metal is all about being heavy, slow and foreboding. Sure, you can achieve a heavy guitar sound in standard tuning. But there are several different Doom Metal tunings that the pros prefer. Today, we take a look at the top 5!Over the past month or so we have talked about Doom Metal extensively. And to be fair, we can probably continue to talk about it for a long time. Doom Metal is one of the only genres of metal that really hasn’t changed too much over the years. Credit is provided by a panel of lenders with whom we have a commercial relationship (so we cannot provide independent advice). Ernie ball make great strings. Whatever guitar you play or style of music you're into there's a set of strings for you. The 11-52 gauge set is another versatile option when looking for strings for Drop C tuning. When it comes to scale length, I personally think these work best with “Fender Scale” or 25.5”. But I have also tried them on a Les Paul before and I was pleasantly surprised. With any scale length, this set just works.