TGEvans Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 I really like the idea of tuning a five string to EADGC. Will most five string basses handle it without needing to swap out the nut or any other technical issue? If this works, would it also be an option to add a hipshot for drop D duning on the E also? Any advice would be great. Thanks in advance. T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
endorka Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 [quote name='TGEvans' post='955751' date='Sep 14 2010, 09:49 AM']I really like the idea of tuning a five string to EADGC. Will most five string basses handle it without needing to swap out the nut or any other technical issue? If this works, would it also be an option to add a hipshot for drop D duning on the E also? Any advice would be great. Thanks in advance. T[/quote] I've done the equivalent on a 6 string, EADGCF, and it worked just fine. I suppose it is possible that the slots in the nuts would be a bit wide for the thinner strings, and could buzz, but it didn't on the instrument I did this with. You may need to tweak the truss rod a bit to maintain your current neck relief after doing this. I can't see that adding a D-tuner would cause any problems either, assuming one is available that is compatible with your instrument. Jennifer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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