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Sub Bass Strings for Synergy
Hello,
I have a few questions if you are a Synergy owner; 1) Where do you buy sub bass strings? Harpguitars.net sells sets of sub basses but the gauges differ from Emeralds. 2) What tunings and gauges do you use for the sub basses? I am not an owner but I am considering taking the plunge. Thanks, Kevin |
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The sub bass strings we use on the Synergy are specially made for us and the gauges are .056, 060, .064, .068, .080, .084. The strings have a tapered winding at the ends so they can fit through the string posts easier. You can still use strings from another company, and we usually also recommend harpguitars.net. If you do order a set of sub bass strings from a different company, they will be longer and won’t have tapered ends, so they may not fit through the string posts on the two lowest strings. You can drill out the string posts, which can be done easily - but with caution, to fit the larger strings. We can also supply our custom sub bass strings to you directly. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to contact us directly. Our e-mail is [email protected] Best Wishes Sean |
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Just a thought, if you had a belt sander you could tamper the ends of regular strings in a few minutes. Round to flat wound? Never tried it but sure doesn't seem like rocket science? Lol
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Thanks for the info and ideas Sean and Doubleneck. I believe the string holes in GOTOH tuners are 1.8 mm which equates to .0709 inches. That means drilling any string post for gauges above .070 or going with Emerald taper strings.
I think I'd drill the string posts before trying the belt sander idea! Does the tuner have to be removed? This appears to be common with Harp Guitars. I wonder if StewMac has a video? Thanks for the info. |
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Seems that searching the forum for ideas about where to find sub bass strings for the Synergy would be a great problem to have!
Just sayin'
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I'd drill before I tapered--drilling is a permanent resolution. Dremel Tools has a nice set of drill bits with a nice range of sizes. The job does have to be done carefully, but it saves a lot of future time.
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And dremels have a small sanding drum that can be used for tapering? You only need to taper two? Lol
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Steve 2020 McKnight Grand Recording - Cedar Top 2005 McKnight SS Dred 2001 Michael Keller Koa Baby 2014 Godin Inuk 2012 Deering B6 Openback Banjo 2012 Emerald Acoustic Doubleneck 2012 Rainsong JM1000 Black Ice 2009 Wechter Pathmaker 9600 LTD 1982 Yairi D-87 Doubleneck 1987 Ovation Collectors 1993 Ovation Collectors 1967 J-45 Gibson 1974 20th Annivers. Les Paul Custom |