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Musicians

TexasProgresive

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1. Several things to consider

Reply to Iggo (Original post)

Sat Jan 2, 2016, 06:35 PM

Jan 2016

The lighter gauge strings will tune up with less tension so you might have to adjust the neck to avoid buzzing. Also they will probably not give the sound projection of heavier gauge strings. There is an upside they will be easier to play.

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Can I put .11's on a full size flattop? [View all] Iggo Jan 2016 OP

Several things to consider TexasProgresive Jan 2016 #1

Dangit. Iggo Jan 2016 #2

You might luck out - it just depends on the total string tension of the set. TexasProgresive Jan 2016 #3

What TP Said ProfessorGAC Jan 2016 #4