Camino a Piedra del Aguila
Required String Notes:C - G - D - G - B - E
Tune to CGDGBE TuningHow to Tune from Standard to CGDGBE Tuning
Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 2 of 6 strings to play “Camino a Piedra del Aguila”:
| 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 | D3 | Leave as is |
| String 3 | G3 | G3 | Leave as is |
| String 2 | B3 | B3 | Leave as is |
| 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
"Camino a Piedra del Aguila" by Julio Moreno is played in CGDGBE Tuning (C - G - D - G - B - E). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 2 of 6 strings: string 6 down to C, string 5 down to G. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 4 semitones down. 18 other songs in our catalog use CGDGBE Tuning.
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Tunings Close to CGDGBE Tuning
Already tuned to C - G - D - G - B - E? These tunings are just one small change away.
DGDGBE Tuning (Open G6)17 songs
D - G - D - G - B - EOnly string 6 differs: D instead of C.Neon Drop C Tuning13 songs
C - A - D - G - B - EOnly string 5 differs: A instead of G.Custom Tuning (BF#C#F#A#D#)7 songs
BF#C#F#A#D#Same chord shapes, every string a half step lower.Custom Tuning (CGCGBE)6 songs
CGCGBEOnly string 4 differs: C instead of D.Gear for CGDGBE Tuning
Strings and tools that make playing "Camino a Piedra del Aguila" in CGDGBE Tuning 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 2 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.
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“Camino a Piedra del Aguila” Tuning FAQ
What tuning is "Camino a Piedra del Aguila" by Julio Moreno in?
"Camino a Piedra del Aguila" is played in CGDGBE Tuning: C - G - D - G - B - E, from the lowest to the highest string.
How do I tune my guitar to play "Camino a Piedra del Aguila"?
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). Leave the other strings as they are.
What string gauge should I use for CGDGBE Tuning?
Use a .011–.054 set. The bass end is slackened noticeably; a slightly heavier set keeps it tight without a full setup change.
Other Songs in CGDGBE Tuning
Once tuned to C - G - D - G - B - E, try playing these tracks next: