How to Tune to Drop Bb / Drop A#
C Standard with the low string dropped to Bb.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Start with the 6th string. Tune it to Bb1 (58.3 Hz).
- Start with the 5th string. Tune it to F2 (87.3 Hz).
- Start with the 4th string. Tune it to Bb2 (116.5 Hz).
- Start with the 3th string. Tune it to Eb3 (155.6 Hz).
- Start with the 2th string. Tune it to G3 (196.0 Hz).
- Start with the 1th string. Tune it to C4 (261.6 Hz).
String Tension & Setup Tips
Recommended Gauge:Very heavy strings, .012-.062 or more.
Frequency Table
| String | Note | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| String 6 | Bb1 | 58.27 Hz |
| String 5 | F2 | 87.31 Hz |
| String 4 | Bb2 | 116.54 Hz |
| String 3 | Eb3 | 155.56 Hz |
| String 2 | G3 | 196.00 Hz |
| String 1 | C4 | 261.63 Hz |
Chords & Playing Tips
Bb Power Chord: 0-0-0-x-x-x
Frequently Asked Questions
What bands use Drop A#?
Bring Me The Horizon and Breaking Benjamin are famous for this tuning.
Diary of jane guitar tuning?
This tuning requires adjusting your strings to match the specific frequencies provided in the table above.
How to tune to drop bb?
This tuning requires adjusting your strings to match the specific frequencies provided in the table above.
Bring me the horizon drop a# tuner?
This tuning requires adjusting your strings to match the specific frequencies provided in the table above.