Tune to Custom Tuning (ACEGBD)

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

Custom Tuning (ACEGBD)
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A
Target: 55.0 Hz
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Waiting for sound
A55
C65
E82
G98
B123
D147

How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (ACEGBD)

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

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2A1Tune down 7 semitones
String 5A2C2Tune down 9 semitones
String 4D3E2Tune down 10 semitones
String 3G3G2Tune down 12 semitones
String 2B3B2Tune down 12 semitones
String 1E4D3Tune down 14 semitones
Recommended string gauge: .013–.072. The bass strings drop very far below standard; a baritone-weight set stops them from flopping and buzzing.Ernie Ball Baritone Slinky (.013–.072) · affiliate link

Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown

"Hovercar Lounge" by Senny Stevens is played in Custom Tuning (ACEGBD) (ACEGBD). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 6 of 6 strings: string 6 down to A, string 5 down to C, string 4 down to E, string 3 down to G, string 2 down to B, string 1 down to D. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 14 semitones down. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (ACEGBD).

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Gear for Custom Tuning (ACEGBD)

Strings and tools that make playing "Hovercar Lounge" in Custom Tuning (ACEGBD) easier.

Ernie Ball Baritone Slinky (.013–.072)

Recommended gauge .013–.072. The bass strings drop very far below standard; a baritone-weight set stops them from flopping and buzzing.

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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 6 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.

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“Hovercar Lounge” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Hovercar Lounge" by Senny Stevens in?

"Hovercar Lounge" is played in Custom Tuning (ACEGBD): ACEGBD, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Hovercar Lounge"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down 7 semitones (E2 → A1). String 5: tune down 9 semitones (A2 → C2). String 4: tune down 10 semitones (D3 → E2). String 3: tune down 12 semitones (G3 → G2). String 2: tune down 12 semitones (B3 → B2). String 1: tune down 14 semitones (E4 → D3).

What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (ACEGBD)?

Use a .013–.072 set. The bass strings drop very far below standard; a baritone-weight set stops them from flopping and buzzing.

Other Songs in Custom Tuning (ACEGBD)

Once tuned to ACEGBD, try playing these tracks next:

Custom Tuning (C#F#C#F#A#C#)Intermediate
C#F#C#F#A#C#No Capo
Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FG#C#)Intermediate
C#G#C#FG#C#No Capo
Custom Tuning (EBEEBE)Intermediate
EBEEBENo Capo
Custom Tuning (CFCFGC)Intermediate
CFCFGCNo Capo
Custom Tuning (F#ADGBB)Intermediate
F#ADGBBNo Capo
Custom Tuning (FA#D#G#C#F#A#D#)Intermediate
FA#D#G#C#F#A#D#No Capo
Custom Tuning (DGDF#AD)Intermediate
DGDF#ADNo Capo
Custom Tuning (DADABE)Intermediate
DADABENo Capo