String Tension Question

[LevinFan]

If I were to put a set of long scale strings on a short scale bass, would the string tension be the same as if I were to use a short scale set ? Assuming the strings were the exact gauge of course.

Wouldn't the only difference be removing some of the length of the long scale string ?

[Mastermold]

Yeah string length shouldn't matter for tension, but you may run into trouble with the E string being too thick to wrap around the post very well. I put standard long scale Fender flats on my short scale viola bass and the thick part of the E partly wraps around the post. It's okay on my bass but your situation may not be.

[Phalex]

The scale of the bass is the only scale that's pertinent. Long scale strings, once strung on a short scale bass, become short scale strings.

So yes, tension would be the same given the same gauge, brand and model.

[LevinFan]

Ok, thanks for the quick replies. TB rocks !