The 575 tuned down yet another semi-tone

[jimsoloway]

I was messing about with the tuning on the long scale 575 this morning and took it down another semitone to C natural. The guitar seem to really like it, at least from a feel standpoint. It finally had the looser feel that I was used to from my Goslings and from the Peerless all tuned to C#. Here's a short demo complete with some hiss, some background noise and an unEQ'd low end.

https://soundcloud.com/jim-soloway/h575-long-scale-tuned-down-to

 

[DC Ron]

I like that a lot, Jim.

[jimsoloway]

I like that a lot, Jim.

 

Thanks. Now if I can just figure out why my computer has become so flakey for recording. It's really been a source of frustration for a while and I think it may take a new drive and some more memory to get over it.

[ScottNaylor]

That sounds wonderful! It's almost like the wood of that particular instrument is more simpatico with that tuning. Just a gorgeous combination of bell chime and wood resonance in the midrange. Looking forward to hearing more of this on your new album, Jim!

[jazzrat]

Still pretty Jim but it sounds a little like there are additional overtones at that tuning and

you might have lost some note definition and clarity on the low end.

 

I thought your previous recordings at C# were spectacular sounding.

[jimsoloway]

Here's another one with a lot better recording (or at least a lot less noise).

 

https://soundcloud.com/jim-soloway/h575-c-natural-tuning-test-2

[Redsand]

Brilliant per usual Mr. Soloway!!!!

[buzzy]

Beautiful.

It certainly is full. I think the low end is more 'round' and provides a subdued, supportive role for the movement - if that makes sense.

Anyway, it's very good in my opinion.

[peterbright]

That is definately much more melodic to my ears!

[MartyGrass]

I'm a fan of drop D, but you got that beat.

 

Why not go all the way and get a 7 string?

[jimsoloway]

I'm a fan of drop D, but you got that beat.

 

Why not go all the way and get a 7 string?

 

I played 7-string from about 1998 to 2006 or 2007. There were always a lot of trade-offs with a 7-string that I didn't like. A down tuned 6 string gives me the warmth and size without any of the hassle.