How to Tune from Standard to Open D Tuning

Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 4 of 6 strings to play “aurinkoisena aamuna”:

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2D2Tune down a whole step
String 5A2A2Leave as is
String 4D3D3Leave as is
String 3G3F#3Tune down a half step
String 2B3A3Tune down a whole step
String 1E4D4Tune down a whole step
Recommended string gauge: .010–.046. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.Ernie Ball Regular Slinky (.010–.046) · affiliate link

Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown

"aurinkoisena aamuna" by Origami JP is played in Open D Tuning (D - A - D - F# - A - D). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 4 of 6 strings: string 6 down to D, string 3 down to F#, string 2 down to A, string 1 down to D. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 2 semitones down. Origami JP uses this same tuning on 2 other songs in our catalog, so you can stay tuned and keep playing.

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Tunings Close to Open D Tuning

Already tuned to D - A - D - F# - A - D? These tunings are just one small change away.

Origami JP’s Guitar Tunings

Origami JP plays 3 of 5 songs in our catalog in Open D Tuning. Most-used tunings:

Gear for Open D Tuning

Strings and tools that make playing "aurinkoisena aamuna" in Open D Tuning easier.

Ernie Ball Regular Slinky (.010–.046)

Recommended gauge .010–.046. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.

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D'Addario Universal Micro Headstock Tuner

A headstock tuner makes switching in and out of this tuning quick, even on stage or without a mic.

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D'Addario Pro-Winder (winder + cutter)

Retuning 4 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.

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“aurinkoisena aamuna” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "aurinkoisena aamuna" by Origami JP in?

"aurinkoisena aamuna" is played in Open D Tuning: D - A - D - F# - A - D, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "aurinkoisena aamuna"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down a whole step (E2 → D2). String 3: tune down a half step (G3 → F#3). String 2: tune down a whole step (B3 → A3). String 1: tune down a whole step (E4 → D4). Leave the other strings as they are.

What string gauge should I use for Open D Tuning?

Use a .010–.046 set. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.

Which other Origami JP songs use this tuning?

"epäkypsä", "Näytös" — all in D - A - D - F# - A - D, so you can play them without retuning.

More Songs by Origami JP

Explore other guitar tunings recorded by Origami JP:

View all 5 songs
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Custom Tuning (DADF#AC#)Intermediate
DADF#AC#No Capo
CGCFGC TuningIntermediate
C - G - C - F - G - CNo Capo
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo

Other Songs in Open D Tuning

Once tuned to D - A - D - F# - A - D, try playing these tracks next:

Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo