Big strings and high action

Posted by Hazelton from b737.coair.com on March 22, 2001 at 02:42:54:

In Reply to: And SRV used a high action setup, with 10 or 12 gauge "e' strings. . Neanderthal fingers are necessary just to bend these babies a half step!(nm) posted by Fedora on March 17, 2001 at 23:13:04:

I read that he used bigger high E strings than that. I also read that he de-tuned his guitars AT LEAST half a step, which would make it considerably easier to make those bends, due to lower string tension. Of course, bigger strings make for a fatter sound and better sustain, while lower string tension allows the harmonics in the note to stand out more. Lots of practice, taste and talent help considerably, too.

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