I'm planning on changing the strings on my Kingston Z5 from BEADG to EADGC, but I was wondering if they make strings in just these tunings. Also, when changing the strings is there a special way to do it so as not to damage the neck? I've always done the one string off one string on method, but this time I'm completely changing the tuning. Thanks for your input. I was going to post this on the string forum, but i felt its more of question on the bass itself.
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5-string tuning/ string change
- Thread starter tch90
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Most of my basses (including uprights) are strung with a Hi C.
For experimental purposes, you're probably ok to just do it.
On a permanent basis you'll definitely need to adjust truss rod tension, intonation, bridge height, and possibly nut depth.
john m
For experimental purposes, you're probably ok to just do it.
On a permanent basis you'll definitely need to adjust truss rod tension, intonation, bridge height, and possibly nut depth.
john m
I believe that some string companies make special E-C tuned sets, but I imagine an easier and method that would give you far more choices would be to purchase a 4-string set as well as a single high C (if your local store doesn't stock single strings, JustStrings.om carries a huge selection). As for changing strings, I've always taken whole sets off so I can give my Rosewood/Pau Ferro fretboards/non-finished fretboards a good cleaning of the wood and tuners/bridge and oiling of the wood (Maple only gets a cleaning) before restringing - modern basses with multiple piece necks, strong truss rods, and Graphite Reinforcement can certainly stand the 20 minutes unstrung for a good cleaning and oiling.
The only issue you'll likely run into is needing a new nut, as now you'll have an E-string rattling around in the slot cut for a B and so on down the line, and possibly a setup due to the change in tension substituting a high C for a low B (an increase in tension, as it takes more to tune the C to pitch then it does the B) - unless you have a good amount of experience in these areas I'd spend the money on a quality setup.
The only issue you'll likely run into is needing a new nut, as now you'll have an E-string rattling around in the slot cut for a B and so on down the line, and possibly a setup due to the change in tension substituting a high C for a low B (an increase in tension, as it takes more to tune the C to pitch then it does the B) - unless you have a good amount of experience in these areas I'd spend the money on a quality setup.
Yes, look on *JustStrings*, and also, you may need to change the nut on your bass to accomodate the smaller strings.
Thanks guys for your input. I think I'll be able to change out my strings with a little more assurance.
I'm trying it out experimentally, but I think I'll probably sticking with it. I play with a lot of chords and prefer using the upper register. Should I get the nut changed professionally or is it something I can do myself?
I'm trying it out experimentally, but I think I'll probably sticking with it. I play with a lot of chords and prefer using the upper register. Should I get the nut changed professionally or is it something I can do myself?
