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Old 12-22-2008, 08:16 AM
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gauge for d-tuning

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Hi there

What kind of string gauge would you use if you tuned in D?
(two halfsteps down on all 4 strings)

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Old 12-22-2008, 12:10 PM
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.005" thicker than the strings you would normally play when tuned in E.
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Old 12-22-2008, 05:12 PM
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I am always happy to answer this question.
La Bella makes a set specifically for DGCF tuning. I've been using them for a few years and they're excellent. It's the M-70 "D tuning" set. The gauges are .054-.075-.090-.111. Give 'em a try, you won't regret it. The best Web deal on them is right here.. http://www.bassguitarstrings.us/stor...cat=298&page=1
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Old 12-22-2008, 07:41 PM
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thanks for the replies! Just wanted to be sure what gauges I need. A pack of rotos here in norway are like 40-50 dollars... So im ordering from the USA.
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