Tuning up 2 1/2 steps ???

[MrTsurphr]

The other day I had the idea to take a 4 string bass and put the top 4 strings from a 5 string set, basically moving the strings down, then tuning each string up 2 1/2 steps to bring them up to standard tune. I took one of my 4 strings and started tuning them up 2 1/2 steps to match the next string, and I was pleased with the result. I popped my 3rd string tho, and didn't even try on the 4th. Does anyone know of a way to make this work? Is there a set of strings out there that can withstand being pulled that tight ? Thanks

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[Turock]

I have never tried anything like that, but it seems to me that it would put a lot of stress on your neck.

[MrTsurphr]

Hmm.. well I think I'll pass on that idea then. However I do wonder if anyone makes a string designed to be pulled a little tighter than normal. I fingerpick my bass mostly, but when I do play with a pick I like the response from a tighter string, I get less fret rattle.

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[fleabass89]

What kind of strings are you using now?

[chbecker]

That's a lot of pressure on the neck. Is it graphite? I would think that a wood neck wouldn't like that very much.

[dancehallclasher]

2 half steps is a whole step, for future reference.

[kurosawa]

LaBella M70.