Changing String Gauge
When changing string gauges away from the original specs, the following setup may be required:
- Filing and installing a new string nut
- Checking neck relief
- Setting string action
- Adjusting bridge angle and tremolo claw
- Intonating
Factory Specifications
We consider the following string gauges our factory specification. You may adjust to taste.
Electric
| Core | ||
|---|---|---|
| 10-46 Signature, with exceptions: | ||
| 10-52 Signature | 11-49 Signature | 9-46 Classic |
| Mark Holcomb | DGT DGT Semi-Hollow Hollowbody II Piezo |
Chleo LTD |
| S2 and Bolt-on |
|---|
| 10-46 Signature, with exceptions: |
| 9.5-44 Signature |
| Fiore Fiore HH |
| SE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-46 Classic, with exceptions: | |||
| 14-68 Classic | 10-64 Classic | 10-52 Classic | 9-46 Classic |
| SE 277 | SE Holcomb SVN | SE Holcomb | SE Chleo |
Acoustic
| USA and SE |
|---|
| 12-53 Classic Acoustic |
Bass
| USA and SE |
|---|
| 4-string: 43-105 |
| 5-String: 43-127 |