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String Tension..?

Discussion in 'Strings [BG]' started by jblmusic1994, Jul 16, 2013.

  1. Jul 16, 2013 #1
    jblmusic1994

    jblmusic1994

    May 15, 2013
    Jackson, Ohio
    I haven't really paid much attention to string tension.

    Which strings/gauges have higher/lower tension?

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    Does higher/lower tension help achieve faster/slower finger technique?
     
  2. Jul 16, 2013 #2
    DavC

    DavC

    May 17, 2005
    Tallmadge , Ohio
    i look at JustString.com ... they post the string tensions if the manufacture gives them ...

    lowest tension i've found are my rather floppy Ti flats ... gotta play a little easier and closer to the bridge ... or really raise the action ...

    i think you need to adjust your bass/neck/setup , and also how you play a little bit , depending on string tension ...

    if you found a tension that you like the feel of , and you also like the sound of that string ... then adjust things accordingly ...

    what's better or worse ... that's up to you .. !! i have different types of strings on different types of basses , to play different types of stuff on ... !??!

    experiment ... buy some used strings ... try them out ..
    have some fun .. !!! Dave C. Tampa bay
     
  3. Jul 16, 2013 #3
    Duckwater

    Duckwater

    May 10, 2010
    USA, Washington
    Experiment with different string types and gauges, it's all personal preference.
     
  4. Jul 16, 2013 #4
    Bassbubble11

    Bassbubble11

    Apr 15, 2010
    Long Island, New York
    I have found that lighter strings feel like they have less tension. I also have shimmed some of my necks to give the strings (light or heavy) more of a break angle at the bridge. To me i fell like that creats more string tension. I play GHS Boomers in varied gauges on a few basses so i cant tell you about any other brands.