Tune to Custom Tuning (BBDGBE)

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

Custom Tuning (BBDGBE)
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B
Target: 61.7 Hz
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B62
B62
D73
G98
B123
E165

How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (BBDGBE)

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

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2B1Tune down 5 semitones
String 5A2B1Tune down 10 semitones
String 4D3D2Tune down 12 semitones
String 3G3G2Tune down 12 semitones
String 2B3B2Tune down 12 semitones
String 1E4E3Tune down 12 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

"Into the frie" by Dragonforce is played in Custom Tuning (BBDGBE) (BBDGBE). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 6 of 6 strings: string 6 down to B, string 5 down to B, string 4 down to D, string 3 down to G, string 2 down to B, string 1 down to E. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 12 semitones down. Dragonforce uses this same tuning on 1 other song in our catalog, so you can stay tuned and keep playing.

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Dragonforce’s Guitar Tunings

Dragonforce plays 2 of 3 songs in our catalog in Custom Tuning (BBDGBE). Most-used tunings:

Gear for Custom Tuning (BBDGBE)

Strings and tools that make playing "Into the frie" in Custom Tuning (BBDGBE) 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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“Into the frie” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Into the frie" by Dragonforce in?

"Into the frie" is played in Custom Tuning (BBDGBE): BBDGBE, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Into the frie"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down 5 semitones (E2 → B1). String 5: tune down 10 semitones (A2 → B1). String 4: tune down 12 semitones (D3 → D2). String 3: tune down 12 semitones (G3 → G2). String 2: tune down 12 semitones (B3 → B2). String 1: tune down 12 semitones (E4 → E3).

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

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

Which other Dragonforce songs use this tuning?

"SEPULNOKRAAN 2D VOOMBASH" — all in BBDGBE, so you can play them without retuning.

More Songs by Dragonforce

Explore other guitar tunings recorded by Dragonforce:

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Custom Tuning (BBDGBE)Intermediate
BBDGBENo Capo
Custom Tuning (AEADGBE)Intermediate
AEADGBENo Capo

Other Songs in Custom Tuning (BBDGBE)

Once tuned to BBDGBE, try playing these tracks next:

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
Custom Tuning (G#D#G#C#FA#D#)Intermediate
G#D#G#C#FA#D#No Capo
Custom Tuning (D#G#D#F#A#D#)Intermediate
D#G#D#F#A#D#No Capo
Custom Tuning (DGDGCE)Intermediate
DGDGCENo Capo
Custom Tuning (F#F#BEG#C#)Intermediate
F#F#BEG#C#No Capo