To Any “RS” owners out there : string choice.

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    • March 19, 2023 at 6:49 pm #8085
      Silly Moustache
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        Hi, I know that there aren’t a whole load of RS models out there, but I thought  it might be interesting to ask what you guys use on yours. I’ve always subscribed to big body = medium gauge, and I’m pretty happy with that, but, I’m always interested in the thoughts of others.

      • March 22, 2023 at 2:08 pm #8094
        indexless
        Keymaster

          I used EJ-16’s but I played a lot of slide on it, great great guitar

        • March 22, 2023 at 9:19 pm #8095
          iim7V7IM7
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            Andy, with string gauge I always consider scale length more than body size. An RS has a 24-3/4” scale and will be about 5% lower in string tension than a 25.4” long scale guitar at pitch. I also consider if it the strings 92/8 bronze or 80/20 brass. The later is about 3% lower in tension. Also, if the strings are round core or hex core. The former has greater mass and will be lower in tension. It always comes down to tonal preference based on gauge, alloy and core wire type on an individual guitar along with ergonomic preference. I may like how something sounds but it is too difficult to play.

             

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