How to Tune to Open F
A deeply resonant open chord used in When the Levee Breaks.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Start with the 6th string. Tune it to C2 (65.4 Hz).
- Start with the 5th string. Tune it to F2 (87.3 Hz).
- Start with the 4th string. Tune it to C3 (130.8 Hz).
- Start with the 3th string. Tune it to F3 (174.6 Hz).
- Start with the 2th string. Tune it to A3 (220.0 Hz).
- Start with the 1th string. Tune it to C4 (261.6 Hz).
String Tension & Setup Tips
Recommended Gauge:Light or medium-light.
Frequency Table
| String | Note | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| String 6 | C2 | 65.41 Hz |
| String 5 | F2 | 87.31 Hz |
| String 4 | C3 | 130.81 Hz |
| String 3 | F3 | 174.61 Hz |
| String 2 | A3 | 220.00 Hz |
| String 1 | C4 | 261.63 Hz |
Chords & Playing Tips
F Major: 0-0-0-0-0-0
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tuning safe?
It requires tuning the strings up and down, so manage tension carefully.
How to tune to open f guitar?
This tuning requires adjusting your strings to match the specific frequencies provided in the table above.
Led zeppelin when the levee breaks acoustic tuning?
This tuning requires adjusting your strings to match the specific frequencies provided in the table above.
Blind willie mctell open f?
This tuning requires adjusting your strings to match the specific frequencies provided in the table above.