Open D Tuning (DADF#AD)
Strumming the open strings gives a D major chord. From the thickest to the thinnest string the notes are D A D F# A D.
| String | Note | Standard | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6th (low) | D (D2) | E | changed |
| 5th | A (A2) | A | – |
| 4th | D (D3) | D | – |
| 3rd | F# (F#3) | G | changed |
| 2nd | A (A3) | B | changed |
| 1st (high) | D (D4) | E | changed |
Tune to Open D Tuning step by step
- Lower the 6th string from E to D.
- Leave the 5th (A) and 4th (D) strings.
- Lower the 3rd string from G to F#.
- Lower the 2nd string from B to A.
- Lower the 1st string from E to D.
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FAQ
What are the notes of Open D Tuning?
From the 6th (thickest) string to the 1st (thinnest): D, A, D, F#, A, D.
What is Open D Tuning used for?
Slide guitar, blues and folk.
How do I tune my guitar to this tuning?
Lower the 6th string from E to D. Leave the 5th (A) and 4th (D) strings. Lower the 3rd string from G to F#. Lower the 2nd string from B to A. Lower the 1st string from E to D.
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