Lets Talk String Tension — Fender Strat

Below are some specs for a Fender American Stratocaster strung with different gauges and tunings and

how they effect the tension on the neck. You can view how standard string sets from D'Addario effect

your tension as well as custom gauges at www.stringtensionpro.com.

E Standard

Guitar: American Fender Stratocaster

Strings: D'Addario 8s

Tuning: Standard

Tension on neck: 70.03

Guitar: American Fender Stratocaster

Strings: D'Addario 9s

Tuning: Standard

Tension on neck: 84.44

Guitar: American Fender Stratocaster

Strings: D'Addario 10s

Tuning: Standard

Tension on neck: 127.55lbs

Drop C

Guitar: American Fender Stratocaster

Strings: D'Addario 10s

Tuning: Drop C

Tension on neck: 97.65lbs

Guitar: American Fender Stratocaster

Strings: 12-16-22-35-48-65

Tuning: Drop C

Tension on neck: 128.93