How high can you tune a set of bass 105-45 past standard

[strings2000]

Assuming a 34 scale length. I know each string is different. Can the low e go up an octave?

 

[DrewJD82]

I really don't think so. Even if it didn't snap before making it there, I'd think the tension would be so high it'd be remarkably uncomfortable to play, even just for hitting direct notes.

 

[maguchi]

Hmm , hopefully the neck could handle it. It would probly bend like a bow and arrow though

 

[strings2000]

https://www.liutaiomottola.com/formulae/compensation.htm D string is at 60% of breaking tension. Closer than even the hi e on a 25. Low E is at 37%.

 

[metropolis_4]

Yikes, why?

 

[norminal]

Only one way to find out.

PayPal me $30 for a new set of NYXL’s when they inevitably break and I’ll try it.

 

[norminal]

Is this you @strings2000?

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[FuzzyAce]

Assuming a 34 scale length. I know each string is different. Can the low e go up an octave?

 

[strings2000]

I want to know the maximum tension each string can take.

 

[norminal]

I want to know the maximum tension each string can take.

Email the manufacturer of your preferred strings as I highly doubt that you will find the answer to this question on any gear forum.

Better yet, test for yourself. Or as I suggested, buy me a set of D’Addario NYXL 105-45’s and I’d be more than willing to do the test for you.

 

[maguchi]

I want to know the maximum tension each string can take.

Wear some robust protective safety equipment.

 

[strings2000]

I've gotten the E up to C and A up to D. No breakage

 

[JiveTurkey]

 

[Devin]

Just use a Pitchfork pedal or something similar

 

[mbenigni]

Unless the bass in question is a Steinberger L, breaking a string should be the least of your worries.

 

[metropolis_4]

But… why??

I mean, ultimately the only way to find out is to keep going until something breaks…

which means best case scenario is you’re gonna destroy your bass, worst case scenario is you’re going to seriously injure yourself

I worry you don’t have enough understanding or respect for the forces involved here

 

[maguchi]

I think he's just enjoying being a contrarian.

 

[mbenigni]

Just noticed the username. Surely "strings2000" strings can take a little extra abuse.

 

[strings2000]

Let me know if you tuned any of the strings till breakage by accident.

 

[JiveTurkey]