Groove3 Choosing the Perfect String Gauges Explained [TUTORiAL]

Join veteran Groove3 instructor Gary Hiebner for a deep dive into the often-neglected subject of guitar string gauges. If you've struggled to find a set that feels comfortable from top to bottom, or if you're just interested in learning more about the subject so you can experiment and find the best custom set that suits your style, you're in the right place. By the end of this guitar basics course, you'll know the subject inside and out, and you'll be able to piece together a set with your ideal gauges in no time. These guitar videos are designed for guitar players of all styles. Gary begins by demonstrating how to use a string tension calculator, which will determine the tension for each string. You can then use this data to see how balanced a string set is. Gary will then look at several typical string sets to determine how balanced they are. Finally, you'll learn about using thicker string gauges for extended-range guitars. Don't put off this important piece of the guitar puzzle any longer. We spend time and effort setting up the truss rod, nut, intonation, pickup height, and more, but the gauge of the strings you use is equally important in your guitar playing and key to sounding great. There's more to strings than you know... Watch "Choosing the Perfect String Gauges Explained®" today! What You Will Learn: -How to use a string tension calculator to determine whether a set is properly balanced or not -How to assemble a perfectly balanced set of strings that matches your preferences -Tips for using heavier gauges on extended-range guitars -And more!