prolly a dumb question
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prolly a dumb question
hi guys; is an extended e9th 12 string just the addition of two extra strings with the basic ten being tuned the same?
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Dave is right: take the plunge and you won't regret it!
Though I am referring to my Sho~Bud´s Ex-12 in my post above, my first 12-string was a Carter Uni-12.
Use the search button up above and you´ll find a can of worms about the learning curve and other questions of a 12-string tuning. Judging from the opinions about it, that seems to be a more "religious" question, maybe like Mac or PC.
I am by far no expert, but I LOVE the Uni tuning. Not only will it save you money and weight (quite an issue if you live on 2nd floor), but the mix and quick change between the two tunings will eventually influence your style into not pulling licks out of the Jazz- or Country-drawer, but develop another understanding of the tunings.
Guess I wouldn't go back to 10 strings.
Just my 0.02€
Dave is right: take the plunge and you won't regret it!
Though I am referring to my Sho~Bud´s Ex-12 in my post above, my first 12-string was a Carter Uni-12.
Use the search button up above and you´ll find a can of worms about the learning curve and other questions of a 12-string tuning. Judging from the opinions about it, that seems to be a more "religious" question, maybe like Mac or PC.
I am by far no expert, but I LOVE the Uni tuning. Not only will it save you money and weight (quite an issue if you live on 2nd floor), but the mix and quick change between the two tunings will eventually influence your style into not pulling licks out of the Jazz- or Country-drawer, but develop another understanding of the tunings.
Guess I wouldn't go back to 10 strings.
Just my 0.02€