Martin Simpson Guitar Tunings
Martin Simpson has used standard and alternate guitar tunings across their recorded discography. Below you will find 5 songs with exact string notes and tuning configurations.
Martin Simpson Songs & Guitar Tunings
| Song Title | Tuning required | Genre / Style | Tune Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betsy the Serving Maid | DGDGCDCustom Tuning (DGDGCD) | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
| keilder schottishce | CGCFCDCustom Tuning (CGCFCD) | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
| Lucy wan | DADGACCustom Tuning (DADGAC) | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
| More Than Enough | C - G - C - F - C - EPink Moon Modal | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
| who knows where the time goes | C - G - D - G - B - DOpen G Variant | Alternative / Rock | Tune |
Martin Simpson's Most Used Tunings
Custom Tuning (DGDGCD)
Pink Moon Modal
Open G Variant
String Pitch Guide: Custom Tuning (DGDGCD)
Primary tuning reference used for 3 songs in Martin Simpson's catalog.
Martin Simpson Guitar Tuning Overview
Martin Simpson 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 Martin Simpson songs, tune your guitar using microphone pitch detection, and explore chord voicings for each song.