Topmusicanswers
- Do half size guitars need special strings?
- What size is a 1/2 size guitar?
- Are half size guitars tuned differently?
- Does guitar size matter for strings?
Do half size guitars need special strings?
There are no special strings for a shorter scale guitar. If you're going out of tune, first be sure that the strings are not slipping on the tuning posts, this often happens with nylon strings and in extreme cases you may have to tie them off.
What size is a 1/2 size guitar?
Pick the right guitar size for your child
| Guitar Size | Overall Length | Child's Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 | ~ 34" | ~ 4'3" |
| 3/4 | ~ 36" | ~ 4'8" |
| 7/8 | ~ 39" | ~ 5'1" |
| 4/4 | ~ 40" | from 5'3" |
Are half size guitars tuned differently?
Tuning a half-size guitar is tuned in the same fashion as a 3/4 or full-size guitar, but may use different notes than the standard guitar tuning used on larger guitars (depending on the make and model).
Does guitar size matter for strings?
The key thing to remember is that the longer a guitar's scale is, then the greater the tension needs to be in order to bring its strings up to pitch. A guitar with a short scale length thus requires less tension for its strings to be brought up to pitch. With that in mind, let's use the Les Paul vs.
