Small fingers problem?

[BMLN]

Hi everyone, my name is Bruno...this is my first post and as you can see I have small fingers.


I can´t do big stretches, 13cm as maximum stretch from index to pinky.

I really want the same configuration as Schecter Loomis 7 FR, this guitar is all a need...simple and efficient:

7string
24 jumbo frets
1 volume knob
3 way switch
original Floyd Rose
EMG 707

with this in mind, what do you think about the 26.5” scale for me?

 

[DanD]

Greetings.

You can manage to play on a guitar with 100 strings. You just have to get used to it.

 

[Nazca]

My middle finger is 7.8cm. I have an Agile Interceptor 7. And I adapted to it pretty quickly. But it's 25.5 scale. That extra inch shouldn't hurt too much. You just have to get used to it, I suppose.

Just measured my stretch from index to pinky and I get 15cm. But my pinky is 6.2cm. You must have a really small pinky.

 

[Apophis]

I have small fingers also, but I play 10 string - it's only matter or training and patience

 

[thesimo]

is it me or are ur fingers not that small? I'm 6ft 8 tall and my fingers are only 1cm longer

 

[BMLN]

Nazca:
Actually the image above is my hand, i was really concerned about that extra inch that i took some measurements for you guys to compare.


thesimo:
i´m 1.76cm tall

i´ve never played with a 26.5" neck before so i was thinking ergonomically in order to avoid injuries and frustration

 

[TemjinStrife]

I have somewhat smallish hands, and I actually liked the feel of the 26.5" better than a 25.5". I am currently learning to use a 28.625" 8-string guitar, and, while some of it is a stretch it's overall not as bad as one might expect.

 

[BMLN]

Hey thanks guys, I feel a lot more confident now!

so Schecter Jeff loomis it is...

i´ll post some feedback with detailed pictures and all of that stuff later.


PS: Sorry! I have a lousy English.

 

[Brendan G]

i´m 1.76cm tall

Damn that must be some kind of record.

 

[Mattmc74]

Welcome to the forum!

I'm not sure if I have long fingers but my middle finger is 3 3/4 inch. I play an Ibanez RG7421 and it feels perfect for me.

 

[Rachmaninoff]

I'm 1.70m tall.
Fingers (index to pinky): 7.5 - 8.2 - 7.8 - 6.6
Stretch from index to pinky: 17cm (seriously LOL)

I'm a small-framed guy, but I play an Ibanez Universe with no problems.
My fingers are damn flexible BTW.

It doesn't matter the size of your hands.
The size of your will is what counts.

 

[Mattmc74]

It doesn't matter the size of your hands.
The size of your will is what counts.[/QUOTE]

Well said!

 

[BMLN]

This is so interesting...

Well, i´m sure will it´s an important point and that music can be done no matter how you play it: with your fingers, tongue or even the mighty Sausage.

But, there are some exercises i just can´t do, and if i can is with a lot of pain. Things i wouldn´t try on stage...

I always have to find a more "complex" way to play something i could play easier with that extra pinky cm

God damnit pinky!! I kill you!!

 

[damigu]

i've seen some girls with pretty small hands (like tal wilkenfeld) wail on a 34" and 35" scale bass.
i think your fingers could handle a baritone scale guitar. it's all about practice and exercise.

God damnit pinky!! I kill you!!

 

[gaunten]

I have a 7.4 cm Middle finger, 6.3 index, 6.6 ring and 5.5 pinky, and I consider myself having pretty regular sized hands/fingers, although, with a little stretching and pain I just managed to do a 15 cm index/pinky stretch (although, I don't think I could use that big a stretch on a guitar without lots of practice and warmup) however, I've just ordered a 30" 8 string from apophis here on the first page in this thread, and I'm completely sure I'll learn to play it just fine. I don't think 7 strings or 26.5 inch scale will be a problem for you.

 

[st2012]

Looking foward to pics of the Loomis!

 

[El Caco]

Welcome

My hand is exactly the same size as yours, I think our hand size is not our problem, the fact we are both married is

With small hands I find a round profile neck is more comfortable than something like the Wizard II profile found on new Ibanez guitars, I find those squared shoulders are uncomfortable and get in the way however I haven't found a guitar that is unplayable yet and I find a 7 more comfortable than a 6.

 

[Shawn]

Welcome!

 

[Durero]

I'll just add my vote to those who are pointing out that there are lots of folks with smaller hand than you who play 34" scale basses, so you'll no problem.

 

[yevetz]

Dude first of all

Second all that stuff about little or large hands or fingers is BULLSHIT and kick face to that person who told you all that. :kickhisface: I just measured my middle finger it's 8cm too, but dude I'm playing 8 string without any problems....so get any guitar that you want and play ....