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What gauge git strings for a fat fingered basist

Discussion in 'Miscellaneous [BG]' started by Smallequestrian, Nov 27, 2005.

  1. Nov 27, 2005 #1
    Smallequestrian

    Smallequestrian Rock and/or Roll

    Jul 6, 2004
    New Jersey
    Picked up a cheapo guitar with good action on it the other day. I am wondering what guage strings I would be more happy with. I realize that I am gonna get some finger tenderness regardless but I would be interested in some suggestions. My main interest is blues and I have one of those Squier '51's with the single in the neck and a humbucker at the bridge. Thanks for the help.
     
  2. Nov 27, 2005 #2
    Vorago

    Vorago (((o)))

    Jul 17, 2003
    Antwerp, Belgium
    Do you want an easy bend or not? The thinner the string, the easier the bend.

    Standard gauges are .10 and .11, I used to play with .10, .11 is a bit heavier. I don't think the thickness of your fingers can be "corrected" by using certain strings, it will all be terrible small anyway :smug: