John Pearse
John Pearse Custom G Nickel Strings - Hawaiian Lap Steel 6-String Set (16-054) - #7320
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- 633687173219
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- New
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Description
John Pearse Custom G Nickel Strings – Hawaiian Lap Steel 6-String Set are designed for the popular High-Bass Open G (Custom G) tuning used by many Hawaiian and traditional lap steel players. These nickel wound strings provide a smooth feel, warm tone, and balanced tension across the neck.
Set: John Pearse #7320
String Count: 6
Tuning: Custom G (High-Bass Open G)
Gauges: 16–54
Material: Nickel Wound
Instrument: Lap Steel Guitar
Custom G Tuning
D–B–G–D–G–D (high → low)
| String | Note | Gauge | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D | .016 | Plain |
| 2 | B | .018 | Plain |
| 3 | G | .026 | Wound |
| 4 | D | .036 | Wound |
| 5 | G | .044 | Wound |
| 6 | D | .054 | 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 |
Steel Guitar Shopper Tip: Have questions about tunings or string choices? The community at The Steel Guitar Forum is a fantastic resource for steel guitar players.
Steel Guitar Shopper Tip:
Not sure which strings are right for your tuning? See our Steel Guitar String Gauges & Tuning Guide.
Not sure which strings are right for your tuning? See our Steel Guitar String Gauges & Tuning Guide.