String Tension Calculator
Per-string and total tension for a 4, 6, or 7-string set, based on scale length, gauge, core material, and tuning.
| String | Frequency (Hz) | Tension (lbs) | Tension (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| E2 (.046w) | 82.41 | 59.33 | 26.91 |
| A2 (.036w) | 110.00 | 64.75 | 29.37 |
| D3 (.026w) | 146.83 | 60.23 | 27.32 |
| G3 (.017) | 196.00 | 16.67 | 7.56 |
| B3 (.013) | 246.94 | 15.47 | 7.02 |
| E4 (.010) | 329.63 | 16.31 | 7.40 |
| Total | 232.76 | 105.58 |
String Tension Calculator
- Scale length25.5 in
- StringsE2 (.046w), A2 (.036w), D3 (.026w), G3 (.017), B3 (.013), E4 (.010)
| String | Frequency (Hz) | Tension (lbs) | Tension (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| E2 (.046w) | 82.41 | 59.33 | 26.91 |
| A2 (.036w) | 110.00 | 64.75 | 29.37 |
| D3 (.026w) | 146.83 | 60.23 | 27.32 |
| G3 (.017) | 196.00 | 16.67 | 7.56 |
| B3 (.013) | 246.94 | 15.47 | 7.02 |
| E4 (.010) | 329.63 | 16.31 | 7.40 |
| Total | 232.76 | 105.58 |