4 string BEAD or 5 string, tonal difference?

[Zakm0n]

So, my bad has upgraded to 7 string guitars, and I either need some 125s for my 4 string warwick or a 5 string. I'm going to be tuning to G# Eb G# C# A#, would the 5 string carry that low note any better than a 4 string with heavier gages? I'm talking about tone and tightness.

 

[spector_boogie]

There's always going to be some, considering you're talking about adding more mass to the neck, body, bridge, etc. even if it's the same "model" 4 vs. 5. But check out the Strings forum for more downtuning ideas. You probably will need to widen the nut for the lowest string though.
And speaking of, I don't get your tuning at all lol.
1.5 steps down
0.5 steps down
0.5 steps down
0.5 steps down
1.5 steps up
??

 

[Zakm0n]

F# LOL. My bad. I understand the concept of string guage and tuning, i guess the added body and neck mass is what I needed to know.

 

[spector_boogie]

Ok now we're talking!
So I'm assuming they're playing drop G#? All else being equal you'd wanna tune that B to Bb/A# to keep in line w/ the 1/2 step down thing.

And honestly I have a 4 string that I use for drop B and Bb and in a live setting, especially against those guitars, it's not gonna make a difference. I'd just keep your 'Wick and set it up right if that's your favorite ax to play.