How to Tune from Standard to DADGAD Celtic Tuning

Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 3 of 6 strings to play “Boys Club”:

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2D2Tune down a whole step
String 5A2A2Leave as is
String 4D3D3Leave as is
String 3G3G3Leave as is
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

"Boys Club" by CHAEBOL is played in DADGAD Celtic Tuning (D - A - D - G - A - D). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 3 of 6 strings: string 6 down to D, string 2 down to A, string 1 down to D. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 2 semitones down. 43 other songs in our catalog use DADGAD Celtic Tuning.

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Tunings Close to DADGAD Celtic Tuning

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

CHAEBOL’s Guitar Tunings

CHAEBOL plays 1 of 11 songs in our catalog in DADGAD Celtic Tuning. Most-used tunings:

Gear for DADGAD Celtic Tuning

Strings and tools that make playing "Boys Club" in DADGAD Celtic 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 3 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.

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“Boys Club” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Boys Club" by CHAEBOL in?

"Boys Club" is played in DADGAD Celtic Tuning: D - A - D - G - A - D, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Boys Club"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down a whole step (E2 → D2). 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 DADGAD Celtic Tuning?

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

More Songs by CHAEBOL

Explore other guitar tunings recorded by CHAEBOL:

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Custom Tuning (EAC#F#BE)Intermediate
EAC#F#BENo Capo
Open D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Custom Tuning (EADGBD)Intermediate
EADGBDNo Capo
Custom Tuning (FADGCE)Intermediate
FADGCENo Capo

Other Songs in DADGAD Celtic Tuning

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

DADGAD Celtic TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - G - A - DNo Capo
DADGAD Celtic TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - G - A - DNo Capo
DADGAD Celtic TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - G - A - DNo Capo
DADGAD Celtic TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - G - A - DNo Capo
DADGAD Celtic TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - G - A - DNo Capo
DADGAD Celtic TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - G - A - DNo Capo
DADGAD Celtic TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - G - A - DNo Capo
DADGAD Celtic TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - G - A - DNo Capo