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Old 05-15-2007, 10:27 AM
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Low Tuning?

Does anybody use a 4 string tuning starting from a low B going up to D, leaving the G string off? I've played my electric bass this way for the last 5 years. I like the sound of the thicker strings played in higher positions. I never solo in a group and go for the big, meaty tone.
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