John Pearse
John Pearse C6th Nickel Strings - Hawaiian Lap Steel 6-String Set (15-34) - #7380
- MPN:
- 7380
Description
John Pearse C6th Nickel Strings – Hawaiian Lap Steel 6-String Set are built for the classic C6 tuning, one of the most popular tunings for lap steel because it makes both major and minor harmony easy to access. In older instructional material, this tuning is sometimes referred to as Am7.
This set features John Pearse’s signature heavier plain G (.024), which helps balance tone and tension across common chord grips. Some players also raise the low C to C# to add a 7th flavor to the tuning.
C6 Tuning
E–C–A–G–E–C (high → low)
Optional variation: tune the low C up to C# for a 7th sound.
| String | Note | Gauge | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | E | .015 | Plain |
| 2 | C | .017 | Plain |
| 3 | A | .020 | Plain |
| 4 | G | .024 | Plain |
| 5 | E | .030 | Wound |
| 6 | C (or C#) | .034 | Wound |
Scale Length Compatibility
String tension varies depending on your instrument’s scale length. This set performs well across most standard lap steel scales.
| Scale Length | Typical Feel |
|---|---|
| 22" – 22.5" | Slightly lighter tension |
| 23" – 23.5" | Balanced feel |
| 24" – 24.5" | Firmer tension with strong sustain |
Not sure which strings are right for your tuning? See our Steel Guitar String Gauges & Tuning Guide.
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