G.5B
My Contra Baritone offers alternative tonal options while retaining usable
string tensions during drop tunings and also the option of performing in lower
keys while maintaining the same cord positions. Its extended 28.750 scale
requires a smaller .066 through .016 gauge set for B to B and .064 through .015
for C to C. Moving away from the standard large gauge baritone stings gave me
the tone I was looking for while opening up the lower end register and
increasing the instruments overall clarity.
“I love playing my Contra Baritone; it’s a blast and an ideal match for my lower range voice. With my custom string gauges I can set the perfect balance of tension, playability, and tone, making it a hard guitar to put down. For performers who want to experiment with string gauges, alternative tunings, or explore multi-capo techniques, it’s an incredible instrument”.
-Bryan
Standard Specs:
| Scale length | 28.75″ |
| String spacing | 2.3125″ |
| Nut width | 1.8125″ |
| Body bout width | 16.000″ |
| Body bout depth | 4.750″ |
| Shoulder width | 11.750″ |
| Shoulder depth | 3.625″ |
| Body Length | 20.250″ |
| Overall length | 43.625″ |