Bottle of Blues
byBeck
Required String Notes:C - G - C - F - C - E
Tune to Pink Moon ModalHow to Tune from Standard to Pink Moon Modal
Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 5 of 6 strings to play “Bottle of Blues”:
| String | Standard | Target | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| String 6 | E2 | C2 | Tune down 4 semitones |
| String 5 | A2 | G2 | Tune down a whole step |
| String 4 | D3 | C3 | Tune down a whole step |
| String 3 | G3 | F3 | Tune down a whole step |
| String 2 | B3 | C4 | Tune up a half step |
| String 1 | E4 | E4 | Leave as is |
Recommended string gauge: .011–.054. The bass end is slackened noticeably; a slightly heavier set keeps it tight without a full setup change.Ernie Ball Beefy Slinky (.011–.054) · affiliate link
Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown
"Bottle of Blues" by Beck is played in Pink Moon Modal (C - G - C - F - C - E). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 5 of 6 strings: string 6 down to C, string 5 down to G, string 4 down to C, string 3 down to F, string 2 up to C. Some strings go down and others go up, so the tension shifts across the neck. 12 other songs in our catalog use Pink Moon Modal.
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Tunings Close to Pink Moon Modal
Already tuned to C - G - C - F - C - E? These tunings are just one small change away.
Open C Tuning34 songs
C - G - C - G - C - EOnly string 3 differs: G instead of F.Custom Tuning (CGDFCE)5 songs
CGDFCEOnly string 4 differs: D instead of C.Custom Tuning (DADGDF#)3 songs
DADGDF#Same chord shapes, every string a whole step higher.Custom Tuning (CGCFCF)3 songs
CGCFCFOnly string 1 differs: F instead of E.Beck’s Guitar Tunings
Beck plays 1 of 2 songs in our catalog in Pink Moon Modal. Most-used tunings:
- Pink Moon ModalC - G - C - F - C - E1 song
Gear for Pink Moon Modal
Strings and tools that make playing "Bottle of Blues" in Pink Moon Modal easier.
Ernie Ball Beefy Slinky (.011–.054)
Recommended gauge .011–.054. The bass end is slackened noticeably; a slightly heavier set keeps it tight without a full setup change.
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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“Bottle of Blues” Tuning FAQ
What tuning is "Bottle of Blues" by Beck in?
"Bottle of Blues" is played in Pink Moon Modal: C - G - C - F - C - E, from the lowest to the highest string.
How do I tune my guitar to play "Bottle of Blues"?
Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down 4 semitones (E2 → C2). String 5: tune down a whole step (A2 → G2). String 4: tune down a whole step (D3 → C3). String 3: tune down a whole step (G3 → F3). String 2: tune up a half step (B3 → C4). Leave the other strings as they are.
What string gauge should I use for Pink Moon Modal?
Use a .011–.054 set. The bass end is slackened noticeably; a slightly heavier set keeps it tight without a full setup change.
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Other Songs in Pink Moon Modal
Once tuned to C - G - C - F - C - E, try playing these tracks next:
Pink Moon ModalIntermediate
C - G - C - F - C - ENo Capo