9's to 10's axis strings

[billy carr]

I just got an axis. It has 9's. I would like to put 10's on it. Other than physically changing the strings, what if any adjustments would I need to do?

 

[gregmusi]

you might have to tighten the truss rod and/or the tremolo springs to account for the extra tension from the strings. You will want the floyd (assuming this is a true Axis) to remain flat or it might float on you.

You probably will also need to re-intonate

 

[billy carr]

Oh yea its a real deal axis(thanks Larry). Just lookin for advice, i haven't tinkered with this type of trem before. Even with the 9's on it, it sounds quite huge. Cant wait to throw some 10s on and see how its sounds!

 

[billy carr]

Here's a quick pic.

 

[GuyOnraet]

Here's a quick pic.

Love that tight flame.
I use 10s on my Axis. It's awesome.

 

[billy carr]

Ya, I'm totally diggin the axis! Pictures just never do them proper justice.

 

[Stratty316]

I use hybrid slinkys on my Axis. It's a pretty sweet combo.


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[Eilif]

You might need to re-intonate, but it shouldn't be too bad.

 

[billy carr]

How do adjust the intonation on an axis?

 

[gregmusi]

look in youtube for examples of how to intonate a Floyd rose equipped guitar

this one is good since it recommends bringing the bridge flush which is the way the Axis is setup by default (i.e. no floating)