The string tension can be adjusted by adding or releasing some carbon dioxide.

All other things being equal, increasing the scale length of an instrument requires an increase in string tension for a given pitch.

In a modern grand the total string tension can exceed 20 tons.

This design enables a continuous control over the string tension, which is important for glissandi.

This reduced string tension, thus making the guitar easier for him to play.

Strength: will the joint hold under the instrument's string tension without pulling out?

Due to these low tunings, they have to use heavy gauge strings to make up for the lower string tension.

If the neck is still severely hollowed without string tension, try the following procedure.

This "canted" table helps the body support a greater string tension.

The most effective way for a player to find a good string tension is to experiment.