Ed Sheeran Guitar Tunings
Ed Sheeran has used standard and alternate guitar tunings across their recorded discography. Below you will find 4 songs with exact string notes and tuning configurations.
Ed Sheeran Songs & Guitar Tunings
| Song Title | Tuning required | Genre / Style | Tune Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | D - A - D - G - A - DDADGAD Tuning | Pop / Acoustic | Tune |
| Bloodstream | EADEBECustom Tuning (EADEBE) | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
| Im A Mess | EADEBECustom Tuning (EADEBE) | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
| Tenerife Sea | EADEBECustom Tuning (EADEBE) | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
Ed Sheeran's Most Used Tunings
Custom Tuning (EADEBE)
DADGAD Tuning
String Pitch Guide: Custom Tuning (EADEBE)
Primary tuning reference used for 3 songs in Ed Sheeran's catalog.
Ed Sheeran Guitar Tuning Overview
Ed Sheeran utilizes a dynamic selection of guitar tunings to achieve distinct voice leading, open resonance, and chord voicings across their music. While standard tuning forms the foundation for many tracks, alternate tunings—such as drop tunings and open tunings—play a pivotal role in shaping their signature guitar sound.
Using our interactive tuner above, you can inspect each string note required for Ed Sheeran songs, tune your guitar using microphone pitch detection, and explore chord voicings for each song.