Different tunings / String gauges.

[Phobes]

Newbie needing some advice on different tunings and strings gauges on my guitar! I know nothing about these things!!

Do I have to re-setup my guitar with a FIXED bridge when I change to a different tuning? (like drop c?)

Do I also have to do a re-setup for my guitar with a FIXED bridge when I change to strings with different gauges?

I was planning to buy a guitar with a fixed bridge because I thought they were meant for someone who changes tuning very often. I play songs with different tunings. If that's the case, I would rather go for a floyd rose bridge. :???:

Please give me some detailed information and advice!!

 

[subversion]

the fixed bridge consideration for constant tuning changes is wise. however, if you stick to the manufacturer's default gauge, chances are, there will be a lack in tension when you de-tune. which guitar do you have in mind?

 

[Phobes]

I'm still deciding.. but, it will be an esp/ltd

Here are some guitars from esp I have in mind -
http://www.samash.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_H1001%20LTD%20Deluxe%20Horizon%20Electric%20Guitar%20Black%20with%20EMGs_-1_10052_10002_-49996990_cmCategorySA182593
http://www.samash.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_LTD%20V500%20Electric%20Guitar%20Black_-1_10052_10002_-49961147_cmCategorySA182593
http://www.samash.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_LTD%20Michael%20Amott%20Ninja%20Electric%20Guitar%20Transparent%20Black_-1_10052_10002_-49958136_cmCategorySA182593
http://www.samash.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_MH400NT%20Electric%20Guitar%20Assorted%20Colors_-1_10052_10002_183636_cmCategorySA182593
http://www.samash.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_MP600%20Michael%20Padget%20LTD%20Electric%20Guitar%20Black_-1_10052_10002_-49959200

I like the Michael Padget V the most :-D

 

[Phobes]

Oh, and are V's huge? Bigger than the stratocaster shape guitars?

 

[subversion]

if you detune most of the time (ie, you avaoid standard tuning) i suggest you factor in baritone models as well.

 

[Phobes]

if you detune most of the time (ie, you avaoid standard tuning) i suggest you factor in baritone models as well.

what are baritone models?

 

[subversion]

baritone guitars are longer-scaled instruments which facilitate down-tuning (to compensate string tension when one down-tunes, without necessitating the use of very thick strings which requite much set-up for normal/ regular scaled guitars).

since you have a thing for LTDs, do consider this:

LTD MHB400

 

[Phobes]

I don't think I want a baritone model....:???: like weird..
But can I use thicker strings to make up for the tension loss when I tune to drop c? Maybe 0.11?