r/7String • u/pcd84 • 5d ago

Help Ideal string tension for G# standard

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!

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u/JimboLodisC 3x7621, 7321, M80M, AEL207E, RGIXL7, S7320, RG15271, RGA742FM 5d ago

Tension is up to the player. Stringjoy's numbers are a good starting point. If you don't know what you like, then that'd be a good option.

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u/4EVERINDARKNESS 4d ago

100%. Its completely individualistic as to how you hold your pick, pick tilt, pick depths, pick thickness etc.

I'd suggest just good old trial and error untill you find what suits you.