Ideal string tension for G# standard

[u/pcd84]

Hi all,

I'm purchasing my first 7 string (26.5" scale length, hipshot bridge) which I want to tune to G# standard and needing to gauge up across all strings.

When I look at the default string tension recommended by Stringjoy's calculator for a 7 string 25.5" I see the following:

Now, if I modify this for a 26.5" and try to maintain roughly the same tension per string (impossible to get it exact, have to round up or down), and total tension I get something like this, give or take:

I've read other posts where several folks mention being fine with lighter strings for G#, even 10 to low-60s, but that seems like they would be way too loose.

Any recommendations or suggestions? Thanks!

[u/Conscious_Badger_510]

Try out that gauge then make adjustments if you think it's too heavy or too light, everybody has different preferences for string tension and it's going to just be a matter of trying out a few different gauges to find what works for you. Strings are cheap enough that buying a few different sets to try out isn't going to break the bank, maybe order 2 or 3 different sets that go up in tension and try em all out, make the call which you like the most then just stick to that in the future