This is a set of 4 strings specifically voiced for 4-string cigar box guitars (CBGs) that you want to tune in an « Open G » (DGBD) or « Chicago Tenor » (DGBE – the four « bottom » strings of a standard 6-string guitar) tuning. Open G is a great setup for slide (fretless) playing, and Chicago Tenor tuning is great for a fretted instrument – you can play the « top » portion of most guitar chords with just a couple of fingers! These are medium-gauge strings, meant for guitars that are going to be played more heavily or from which you want a stronger sound.
String Specs: #1 – .034″ Bronze Wound; #2 – .026″ Bronze Wound; #3 – .017″ Plain Steel; #4 – .013″ Plain Steel
For best results with reaching the desired tuning, these should be used on a CBG that has a scale length (the length from the nut to the bridge) in the 24-26″ range. Much longer or shorter than that and the strings will either be too loose and sloppy, or so tight that they break before they reach the pitch.
This string set is formulated based on our own experimentation and what has worked on our own guitars. If you want to hand-pick specific strings in specific sizes, this may not be the pack for you. But if you are not sure exactly what you need and want a set of qyality strings that should work just fine for your build, this is the ticket. Please note that these strings are intended for either an ACOUSTIC CBG or one with a piezo pickup.
High-quality, Made-in-the-USA Guitar Strings
Voices specifically for Acoustic & Acoustic/Electric Cigar Box Guitars
42-inch nominal string length
String Specs: #1 – .034″ Bronze Wound; #2 – .026″ Bronze Wound; #3 – .017″ Plain Steel; #4 – .013″ Plain Steel
Perfect for « Open G » (D G B D) or « Chicago Tenor » (D G B E) tuning at 24 to 25.5 inch scale lengths
