In an effort to compensate for the stiffer string in the crosses, he likes to keep that tension lower. His overall tension could be lower than Paul’s because Medvedev’s frame has more strings ...

I hope these considerations help you as you size up your own 12-string situation. BE AWARE AS YOU BROWSE The cost of doing business with 12-strings is greater neck tension, and there are all sorts ...

Which is why dropping tension on polyester strings has become increasingly common. It softens the string bed for a more forgiving feel at contact, a little easier depth and potentially more spin.