The Mudcat Café TM
Thread #126818   Message #2821502
Posted By: Smokey.
25-Jan-10 - 07:52 PM
Thread Name: Chord Req: heavy strings
Subject: RE: Chord Req: heavy strings
As RB says above, the top will work as it is designed to. 13s are generally sold as 'medium' gauge for good reason. You'll also get more sustain to the notes, a fuller tone, and more volume/dynamic range. It takes a bit of effort to gain the extra strength, but it's well worth it. Changing string gauge will probably alter the intonation though.