changing gauges

[DrewGK]

hey guys

just fitted my ray with a set of heavy gauge strings. I had never used anything but normal gauge on it before and was wondering if i needed to change anything now that i changed gauges

[darkstorm]

Look down the neck from body end toward headstock. Is there more bow now with heavier gauge? If so, and often there will be, a truss rod tweak is called for.

[Headless Llama]

your intonation will probably change a little... But as long as they fit in the bridge and nut, you should be ok.

[251]

Originally Posted by DrewGK

hey guys

just fitted my ray with a set of heavy gauge strings. I had never used anything but normal gauge on it before and was wondering if i needed to change anything now that i changed gauges

Set up with intonation is advisable. Read 1 or more;

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