Using the 11-48 set with the low-E string swapped out for a 52 gives you all of the low-end chug that you need while still feeling like standard tuning on the higher strings. Gibson Scale – Beefy Slinky (11-54) Using the Beefy Slinky set with a 56 swapped out for the low-E (or even a 60!) feels fantastic. Gibson Scale – Not Even Slinky (12-56) Preferable for getting a heavier, more Strat-like tension on a Gibson Scale instrument. Drop D Both Scales – Skinny Top / Heavy Bottom (10-52) A slightly adjusted custom set of single strings allows you to beef up the higher strings, while retaining the size of the lower strings. Can also use a 62 or 64 on the low-E string for added heaviness and tension. Bass Tunings E Standard and Drop D Regular Slinky Bass (50-105)

Retains the feeling of normal tension, even with the lowered tuning. C Standard Fender Scale (Option A) – Not Even Slinky (12-56) Preferable for a looser, Les Paul-like feel on a Fender Scale instrument. Gibson Scale – Skinny Top / Heavy Bottom (10-52) Slightly on the heavier side, while retaining a bit of looseness and slinkiness on the Gibson Scale. Drop C# Fender Scale – Power Slinky (11-48) + 52 Optimal for detuning. Similar to the Skinny Top / Heavy Bottom, but several gauges heavier. Provides a higher-tension feel. Gibson Scale – Power Slinky (11-48) Still feels slinky, but retains a good amount of tension. Fender Scale (Option B) – Beefy Slinky (11-54)

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Helpful for retaining proper tension with a shorter scale. Drop C Fender Scale – Beefy Slinky (11-54) + 56 Translates well from E Standard and Drop D all the way down to Eb Standard and Drop C#. D Standard and Drop C Power Slinky Bass (55-110)

Creating a custom set of single strings allows you to retain tension on the higher strings, while allowing enough twang on the lower strings. Gibson Scale – Single Strings (12, 16, 24, 36, 48, 60) Officially the strings of electric guitar and gracing the biggest stages on the planet, with a list of accredited players that is enviably massive! [We’ve listed a few at the bottom.] Maintains slinkiness on the high strings, and beefs up the feel on the lower strings, especially when dropped. Eb Standard Fender Scale – Skinny Top / Heavy Bottom (10-52) Retains the feel of standard tuning even when dropped to a much lower tuning. D Standard Fender Scale – Beefy Slinky (11-54) A great middle-ground for size vs. tension. Adding a 60 on the low-E string can also provide even more “oomph” to the low end. Drop B Fender Scale – Single Strings (11, 15, 20, 36, 48, 60)