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Strings and setup
Overview
Lower tunings reduce tension. Heavier gauges and a truss/intonation check restore playability and pitch definition for chugs.
Who it helps
Players moving past Drop D, or anyone whose low string buzzes or feels slack. See drop tunings.
Key features / advantages
Enough tension to mute cleanly; intonation that survives power chords up the neck.
Limitations
Heavier strings are harder to bend. A setup is not optional after a large gauge jump.
Alternatives
Stay in E standard or Drop D; use a dedicated baritone or 7-string instead of starving a 25.5" 6-string.