Can I put medium gauge strings on my guitar?

We recommend using only extra light through medium gauge strings on our guitars. Heavy strings can cause too much tension on the top which may cause irreversible damage.

Do you need a setup after changing string gauge?

Yup, a resetup is required if any significant change in string gauge is made. This is because the intonation and tuning will be all wrong on the guitar, and The action will also not be as you want it. Do not try and setup your guitar yourself the first couple of times.

What happens if you change string gauge?

Gauge is the magic number. Forcing heavy strings into slots cut for a lighter gauge will cause the string to stick and create tuning problems, or could even crack the nut. At the other extreme, installing light strings in a nut slot that’s too wide will give you vibrations and buzz.

Can you put any strings on a guitar?

In most cases their strings are not interchangeable. Using steel strings on a guitar built for use with nylon strings can seriously damage it. The neck construction and top bracing of classical and flamenco guitars are not designed to handle the far greater tension produced by steel strings.

Can you change string gauge from 10s to 9s?

Short answer: Yes, you’re in for more fret buzz, and the solution will require a truss rod adjustment. Long answer: The 10’s have more string tension than 9’s will have.

Do you have to adjust truss rod when changing string gauge?

With a truss rod that is functioning properly, there are only two things that might require the neck to be adjusted: A change in string gauge (higher or lower tension) or. A change in weather humidity (which can cause the neck to expand or contract).

Can I putting lighter strings on acoustic guitar?

Fortunately, for most of us, simply changing to a different set of strings may be the easiest and most cost-effective way to improve the sound of your guitar. Acoustic strings typically come in gauges of extra light (. 010-inch diameter) to heavy (.

What is a medium gauge guitar string?

059. String gauge has a big influence on playability and sound. Most acoustic guitars ship with light or medium gauge strings, which are also known as 12s or 13s. Note that classical guitar strings are also designated according to their tension.

Which string gauge should I use?

Body Style: A general rule of thumb is to string smaller-bodied acoustics with lighter gauges, larger bodied instruments with heavier gauges. A big dreadnought or jumbo will generally sound better with medium-gauge strings that take fuller advantage of their relatively larger sound chambers.