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Old 07-29-2020, 07:18 PM
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Default String gauge for 12 string electric (Gretsch)

I have a Gretsch 12 string electric. It comes with .10s installed from the factory. The setup seems good, with low action, but it's harder to play than even my acoustic 12 string. I wonder if some .8 or .9 gauge strings might do the trick? Or do you think those would be too light? I have tuned down a half-step but it's still not easy. The action seems really good, but I wonder if a setup may be needed anyway?

My only other electric 12string that I've owned was a Dano and it was much easier to play. The Gretsch has (to me) better tone, but that's kind of negated by it being harder to play.
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Tune it up to pitch and have it looked at by a pro tech - IME something's not quite right - then try a set of these:



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Thanks Steve! I think a trip to the tech is a good idea.
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Went by today and had it setup and changed the strings. It plays like butter now!
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