Black Water
Required String Notes:D - A - D - G - B - D
Tune to Double Drop D TuningTuning Note Frequencies
Tune each guitar string to these exact pitch frequencies to play “Black Water”.
| String | Note Pitch | Exact Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| String 6 | D2 | 73.42 Hz |
| String 5 | A2 | 110.00 Hz |
| String 4 | D3 | 146.83 Hz |
| String 3 | G3 | 196.00 Hz |
| String 2 | B3 | 246.94 Hz |
| String 1 | D4 | 293.66 Hz |
Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown
Guitar tuning and tab reference for "Black Water" by The Doobie Brothers. Tuning required: Double Drop D Tuning (D - A - D - G - B - D).
Key Chord Voicings:
Open Voicing (D - A - D - G - B - D)
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