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The key is tension. They are tight enough to achieve a pitch of a certain E , A .. to the thinnest strings.
the tighter the strings the higher the note
the looser the strings the lower the note
there are a ton of guitar tunings outside of standard tuning. Use them to your advantage and see what they can do. Lower tunings are predominantly metal oriented but see what it can do for you. You can also tune higher for other ideas in the end you're the boss. Wikipedia can give you a gigantic list of alternate tunings besides standard E.... when I learned guitar I played in standard E for a year and never looked back.
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∙ 14y agoLike all other stringed instruments, the sound of an acoustic guitar is produced by the vibrations of the strings. Like many other, but not all stringed instruments, the sound is amplified by the hollow body.
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∙ 15y agoThe vibrations of the moving string cause the large flat top surface to vibrate and produce the sound you hear.
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How many strings does a semi acoustic guitar have?
Usually 6 like a normal guitar. But can also have 7 strings, 12 strings etc like other guitars.
What is the difference with an acoustic guitar with an epiphone guitar?
This question has no sense... because an acoustic guitar is a kind of instrument and Epiphone is a brand. Epiphone builds acoustic guitars, as well as electric guitars and a lot of other instruments.
What are some songs written for the electric guitar?
everything except the ones written for classical guitar, acoustic guitar and other instruments...
Can you use light guitar strings on an electric acoustic?
You shouldn't do this. They have different types of strings for a reason. But if you're still insistent upon trying it, make sure you have a professional guitar tech do this for you, because chances are, even if you use the exact same gauged strings, you will have to have your truss rod readjusted, which will cost more than buying strings that are made for an electric guitar.
How many strings does a acoustic guitar have and can you play any song on any type of guitar?
Hey, An acoustic guitar can have 4 strings (bass) or 6 strings (normal acoustic) or 12 strings ... a 6 string guitar has a tuning of E,A,D,G,B,E, and a 12 string guitar has a tuning of E,E,A,A,D,D,G,G,B,B,E,E ... In additon to this there are many other tunings such as dadgag and drop d etc. as long as there is a guitar in a particular song, you can preety much play it on your guitar. but most electrics have like 22 or 24 frets and many guitar solos are played on the 2nd octave (i.e. 12th to 24th fret) and acoustic guitars usually dont have 22 frets..so as long as you're tuned right and have sufficent frets , its possible to play any song..
How many strings does a semi acoustic guitar have?
Usually 6 like a normal guitar. But can also have 7 strings, 12 strings etc like other guitars.
What is the difference with an acoustic guitar with an epiphone guitar?
This question has no sense... because an acoustic guitar is a kind of instrument and Epiphone is a brand. Epiphone builds acoustic guitars, as well as electric guitars and a lot of other instruments.
What are some songs written for the electric guitar?
everything except the ones written for classical guitar, acoustic guitar and other instruments...
What did the Beatles gear consist of?
John Lennon: Rickenbacker "short arm" electric guitar, Epiphone plug-in acoustic guitar, Epiphone Casino electric guitar, Vox Continental organ, and other instruments. Paul McCartney: Hofner violin bass, Rickenbacker electric bass, Gibson Hummingbird acoustic guitar, Martin acoustic guitar, and other instruments. George Harrison: Hofner Futurama electric guitar, Gretsch Country Gentleman electric guitar, Rickenbacker 12-string electric guitar, Gibson SG electric guitar, sitar, Moog III synthesizer, and other instruments. Ringo Starr: Ludwig drums, piano, and other instruments.
Can you use light guitar strings on an electric acoustic?
You shouldn't do this. They have different types of strings for a reason. But if you're still insistent upon trying it, make sure you have a professional guitar tech do this for you, because chances are, even if you use the exact same gauged strings, you will have to have your truss rod readjusted, which will cost more than buying strings that are made for an electric guitar.
What strings are used in an acoustic electric guitar?
EGDBDF just like in most any other guitar. 440 hz standard tuning is probably still the most popular.
What yeartwas the acoustic guitar invented?
The acoustic guitar wasn't "Invented" at any particular date but rather evolved into several different types (Classical,Spanish etc.) from other stringed instruments like the Lute and Banjo.
How many strings does a acoustic guitar have and can you play any song on any type of guitar?
Hey, An acoustic guitar can have 4 strings (bass) or 6 strings (normal acoustic) or 12 strings ... a 6 string guitar has a tuning of E,A,D,G,B,E, and a 12 string guitar has a tuning of E,E,A,A,D,D,G,G,B,B,E,E ... In additon to this there are many other tunings such as dadgag and drop d etc. as long as there is a guitar in a particular song, you can preety much play it on your guitar. but most electrics have like 22 or 24 frets and many guitar solos are played on the 2nd octave (i.e. 12th to 24th fret) and acoustic guitars usually dont have 22 frets..so as long as you're tuned right and have sufficent frets , its possible to play any song..
What kind of guitar strings did Elliot smith use?
I do believe they were John Pearse medium gauge phosphor bronze strings on the acoustic. Which was a Yamaha red label something or other. hope this helps.
What are the easiest acoustic guitar strings to play and have the best sound For an Acousticelectric guitar?
the best string size for this is 8-38 but their very quiet and break easily. its best to just stick with light gauge 9-42 until your fingers develop strength. Think of it like weight training. My advice is to lower the action as its much easier if your strings are low to the fretboard and of course lower tunings aren't as brutal to your fingers.
Is an electric guitar a type of chordophone?
A Chordophone is 'any musical instrument that makes sound by way of a vibrating string or strings stretched between two points' so the Violin would be a good example. Other examples include the Guitar, Lyre and Harp although the term can also be stretched to include instruments that some may hesitate to call stringed instruments, such as the Musical Bow and the Piano.
How many strings do instruments have?
This depends on the guitar:Bass guitar: 4Tenor guitar: 4Most guitars: 6Twelve string guitars: 12Double necked (tenor+6): 10Double necked (6+6): 12Double necked (12+6): 18Most have six but their are also 8 and 12 strings, and variant guitars have been made with 20 strings and even 42 strings, These latter types may have many necks and harp like sections.
