Common sets and tunings, calculated.
Each chart gives the estimated tension of every string in a common set, in a common tuning, with the total in pounds and kilograms. They are generated by the same calculation as the main calculator, so a chart always matches what you get by entering the same gauges there.
Electric guitar charts use a 25.5″ scale and bass charts a 34″ scale. For other scale lengths, gauges or tunings, use the calculator. Method and accuracy are on the Methodology page.
| Set and tuning | Total (lb) | Total (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| 9-42 · E Standard | 84.3 | 38.3 |
| 9-42 · Eb Standard | 75.1 | 34.1 |
| 9-42 · D Standard | 66.9 | 30.4 |
| 9-42 · Drop D | 81.4 | 36.9 |
| 9-42 · Drop C | 64.6 | 29.3 |
| 10-46 · E Standard | 102.7 | 46.6 |
| 10-46 · Eb Standard | 91.5 | 41.5 |
| 10-46 · D Standard | 81.5 | 37.0 |
| 10-46 · Drop D | 99.2 | 45.0 |
| 10-46 · Drop C | 78.7 | 35.7 |
| 11-49 · E Standard | 117.7 | 53.4 |
| 11-49 · Eb Standard | 104.9 | 47.6 |
| 11-49 · D Standard | 93.4 | 42.4 |
| 11-49 · Drop D | 113.7 | 51.6 |
| 11-49 · Drop C | 90.3 | 41.0 |
| 12-52 · E Standard | 144.1 | 65.4 |
| 12-52 · Eb Standard | 128.4 | 58.2 |
| 12-52 · D Standard | 114.4 | 51.9 |
| 12-52 · Drop D | 139.7 | 63.4 |
| 12-52 · Drop C | 110.9 | 50.3 |
| Set and tuning | Total (lb) | Total (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| 45-100 · E Standard | 164.5 | 74.6 |
| 45-100 · Drop D | 157.2 | 71.3 |
| 45-100 · D Standard | 130.6 | 59.2 |
| 45-130 · B Standard | 198.2 | 89.9 |
| Set and tuning | Total (lb) | Total (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| GCEA · GCEA standard | 46.1 | 20.9 |
Last updated: 7 October 2026
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