Drop D TuningAlternative / RockIntermediateNo Capo
Required String Notes:D - A - D - G - B - E
Tune to Drop D Tuning

Tuning Note Frequencies

Tune each guitar string to these exact pitch frequencies to play “Critic”.

StringNote PitchExact Frequency
String 6D273.42 Hz
String 5A2110.00 Hz
String 4D3146.83 Hz
String 3G3196.00 Hz
String 2B3246.94 Hz
String 1E4329.63 Hz

Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown

Guitar tuning and tab reference for "Critic" by Strapping Young Lad. Tuning required: Drop D Tuning (D - A - D - G - B - E).

Key Chord Voicings:

Open Voicing (D - A - D - G - B - E)
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