Beating Of Hearts
byXTC
Required String Notes:EEEEEE
Tune to Custom Tuning (EEEEEE)Tune to Custom Tuning (EEEEEE)
Play each string and match the pitch using your microphone. Targets are set to this song’s exact tuning (EEEEEE).
Custom Tuning (EEEEEE)
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How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (EEEEEE)
Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 5 of 6 strings to play “Beating Of Hearts”:
| String | Standard | Target | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| String 6 | E2 | E2 | Leave as is |
| String 5 | A2 | E2 | Tune down 5 semitones |
| String 4 | D3 | E2 | Tune down 10 semitones |
| String 3 | G3 | E2 | Tune down 15 semitones |
| String 2 | B3 | E2 | Tune down 19 semitones |
| String 1 | E4 | E2 | Tune down 24 semitones |
Recommended string gauge: .013–.072. The bass strings drop very far below standard; a baritone-weight set stops them from flopping and buzzing.Ernie Ball Baritone Slinky (.013–.072) · affiliate link
Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown
"Beating Of Hearts" by XTC is played in Custom Tuning (EEEEEE) (EEEEEE). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 5 of 6 strings: string 5 down to E, string 4 down to E, string 3 down to E, string 2 down to E, string 1 down to E. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 24 semitones down. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (EEEEEE).
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Tunings Close to Custom Tuning (EEEEEE)
Already tuned to EEEEEE? These tunings are just one small change away.
Gear for Custom Tuning (EEEEEE)
Strings and tools that make playing "Beating Of Hearts" in Custom Tuning (EEEEEE) easier.
Ernie Ball Baritone Slinky (.013–.072)
Recommended gauge .013–.072. The bass strings drop very far below standard; a baritone-weight set stops them from flopping and buzzing.
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.
D'Addario Pro-Winder (winder + cutter)
Retuning 5 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.
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“Beating Of Hearts” Tuning FAQ
What tuning is "Beating Of Hearts" by XTC in?
"Beating Of Hearts" is played in Custom Tuning (EEEEEE): EEEEEE, from the lowest to the highest string.
How do I tune my guitar to play "Beating Of Hearts"?
Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 5: tune down 5 semitones (A2 → E2). String 4: tune down 10 semitones (D3 → E2). String 3: tune down 15 semitones (G3 → E2). String 2: tune down 19 semitones (B3 → E2). String 1: tune down 24 semitones (E4 → E2). Leave the other strings as they are.
What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (EEEEEE)?
Use a .013–.072 set. The bass strings drop very far below standard; a baritone-weight set stops them from flopping and buzzing.
Other Songs in Custom Tuning (EEEEEE)
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