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Re New standard tuning question: I think the problem is caused by the fact that the low C vibrates at a slower rate and therefore the note is recognized by the hex pick-up less quickly. Is the problem worse when fretting notes as opposed to when the open string is let ring? If it is, try a thicker gauge string. A light gauge string tuned down to the low C can really vary widely with respect to pitch, due to inconsistent finger pressuse throughout the time the note is fretted. This is a big problem for me using the tuning on acoustic guitar. The Hex pickup may be having trouble recognizing pitch when it varies outside of certain tolerences. I know that Fripp is a proponent of using the thickest gauge strings one can stand. Perhaps this is not only for reasons of improved tonality. Just a thought - Jim >Not "loop specific", but I'm certain there are other guitarists on this >alias using a Roland GR-30 Guitar Synth (or maybe a VG-8, or other synth >with a hex pickup) with a guitar tuned with the "new standard tuning" >used in Guitar Craft. > >When I drop the bass string to a C, the GR-30 has a real difficult time >figuring out the frequency of the string. It'll jump back and forth >from the low C to any number of frequencies that it picks up from the >harmonics. Has anyone else experienced this? Any suggestions or >resolutions? > >Thanks, >Greg > >______________________________________________________ >Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com