Help! Musicman Luke, 11-48 strings and faster fretwear

[kleinmeiner]

Hello everybody

I have a Musicman Luke and I used to tune it in standard Eb using 10-46 strings. A week ago I decided to tune it in standard D (like my other guitars), but using the same gauge strings and ,yes, the strings feel rubbery, sloppy. So, I'll have to use 11-48 strings.

My question is:
Considering the fact that the Luke has small frets, will the heavier (11's) strings be "harmful" for those frets, wearing them down pretty fast?

Thank you in advance!

 

[DrKev]

Fret wear is one of those facts of life you learn to live with. The only way to avoid it is not to play. But I don't think I've ever heard anyone say that heavier strings wear down frets faster. I certainly would not expect a significant difference and it's not an issue you need to worry about. Relax and enjoy your Luke!

 

[kleinmeiner]

Hmmm...I hope it's just a rumour I happen to hear from time to time