Tune to Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D)

Play each string and match the pitch using your microphone. Targets are set to this song’s exact tuning (D#GDGA#D).

Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D)
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D#
Target: 77.8 Hz
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D#78
G98
D147
G196
A#233
D294

How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D)

Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 4 of 6 strings to play “Died at the tunnel along with all the memories we made there”:

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2D#2Tune down a half step
String 5A2G2Tune down a whole step
String 4D3D3Leave as is
String 3G3G3Leave as is
String 2B3A#3Tune down a half 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

"Died at the tunnel along with all the memories we made there" by Seahorse choke is played in Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D) (D#GDGA#D). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 4 of 6 strings: string 6 down to D#, string 5 down to G, string 2 down to A#, string 1 down to D. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 2 semitones down. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D).

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Tunings Close to Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D)

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Gear for Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D)

Strings and tools that make playing "Died at the tunnel along with all the memories we made there" in Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D) 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 4 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.

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“Died at the tunnel along with all the memories we made there” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Died at the tunnel along with all the memories we made there" by Seahorse choke in?

"Died at the tunnel along with all the memories we made there" is played in Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D): D#GDGA#D, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Died at the tunnel along with all the memories we made there"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down a half step (E2 → D#2). String 5: tune down a whole step (A2 → G2). String 2: tune down a half step (B3 → A#3). String 1: tune down a whole step (E4 → D4). Leave the other strings as they are.

What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D)?

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

Other Songs in Custom Tuning (D#GDGA#D)

Once tuned to D#GDGA#D, try playing these tracks next:

Custom Tuning (FCD#A#D#G)Intermediate
FCD#A#D#GNo Capo
Custom Tuning (CGCGCG)Intermediate
CGCGCGNo Capo
Custom Tuning (EGDGBE)Intermediate
EGDGBENo Capo
Custom Tuning (FCD#A#D#G)Intermediate
FCD#A#D#GNo Capo
Custom Tuning (C#G#C#F#BC#)Intermediate
C#G#C#F#BC#No Capo
Custom Tuning (G#D#G#C#FA#)Intermediate
G#D#G#C#FA#No Capo
Custom Tuning (DAEADF)Intermediate
DAEADFNo Capo
Custom Tuning (EBDADGBE)Intermediate
EBDADGBENo Capo