Tune to Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FA#C#)

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

Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FA#C#)
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Target: 69.3 Hz
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C#69
G#104
C#139
F175
A#233
C#277

How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FA#C#)

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

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2C#2Tune down 3 semitones
String 5A2G#2Tune down a half step
String 4D3C#3Tune down a half step
String 3G3F3Tune down a whole step
String 2B3A#3Tune down a half step
String 1E4C#4Tune down 3 semitones
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

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

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Adrianne Lenker’s Guitar Tunings

Adrianne Lenker plays 1 of 3 songs in our catalog in Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FA#C#). Most-used tunings:

Gear for Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FA#C#)

Strings and tools that make playing "Ingydar" in Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FA#C#) 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.

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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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“Ingydar” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Ingydar" by Adrianne Lenker in?

"Ingydar" is played in Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FA#C#): C#G#C#FA#C#, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Ingydar"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down 3 semitones (E2 → C#2). String 5: tune down a half step (A2 → G#2). String 4: tune down a half step (D3 → C#3). String 3: tune down a whole step (G3 → F3). String 2: tune down a half step (B3 → A#3). String 1: tune down 3 semitones (E4 → C#4).

What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FA#C#)?

Use a .011–.054 set. The bass end is slackened noticeably; a slightly heavier set keeps it tight without a full setup change.

More Songs by Adrianne Lenker

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Other Songs in Custom Tuning (C#G#C#FA#C#)

Once tuned to C#G#C#FA#C#, try playing these tracks next:

Custom Tuning (BF#C#F#A#C#)Intermediate
BF#C#F#A#C#No Capo
Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)Intermediate
EAEGBENo Capo
Custom Tuning (EBEAG#A)Intermediate
EBEAG#ANo Capo
Custom Tuning (BBDGBE)Intermediate
BBDGBENo Capo
Custom Tuning (EADG#BE)Intermediate
EADG#BENo Capo
Custom Tuning (G#C#G#C#D#G#)Intermediate
G#C#G#C#D#G#No Capo
Custom Tuning (FA#FA#D#GC)Intermediate
FA#FA#D#GCNo Capo
Custom Tuning (FGDGCD)Intermediate
FGDGCDNo Capo