Tune to Custom Tuning (CADGBE)

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

Custom Tuning (CADGBE)
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C
Target: 65.4 Hz
-50WAITING+50
Waiting for sound
C65
A110
D147
G196
B247
E330

How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (CADGBE)

Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 1 of 6 strings to play “Its All Over Now Baby Blue”:

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2C2Tune down 4 semitones
String 5A2A2Leave as is
String 4D3D3Leave as is
String 3G3G3Leave as is
String 2B3B3Leave as is
String 1E4E4Leave as is
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

"Its All Over Now Baby Blue" by Bob Dylan is played in Custom Tuning (CADGBE) (CADGBE). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 1 of 6 strings: string 6 down to C. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 4 semitones down. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (CADGBE).

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Tunings Close to Custom Tuning (CADGBE)

Already tuned to CADGBE? These tunings are just one small change away.

Bob Dylan’s Guitar Tunings

Bob Dylan plays 1 of 5 songs in our catalog in Custom Tuning (CADGBE). Most-used tunings:

Gear for Custom Tuning (CADGBE)

Strings and tools that make playing "Its All Over Now Baby Blue" in Custom Tuning (CADGBE) 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 1 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.

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“Its All Over Now Baby Blue” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Its All Over Now Baby Blue" by Bob Dylan in?

"Its All Over Now Baby Blue" is played in Custom Tuning (CADGBE): CADGBE, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Its All Over Now Baby Blue"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down 4 semitones (E2 → C2). Leave the other strings as they are.

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

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

More Songs by Bob Dylan

Explore other guitar tunings recorded by Bob Dylan:

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Open DIntermediate
D - A - D - F# - A - DNo Capo
Double Drop D TuningIntermediate
D - A - D - G - B - DNo Capo
Custom Tuning (AEAC#)Intermediate
AEAC#No Capo
Custom Tuning (EAC#EAC#)Intermediate
EAC#EAC#No Capo

Other Songs in Custom Tuning (CADGBE)

Once tuned to CADGBE, try playing these tracks next:

Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)Intermediate
EAEGBENo Capo
Custom Tuning (EBD#F#BD#)Intermediate
EBD#F#BD#No Capo
Custom Tuning (CGCFG#C)Intermediate
CGCFG#CNo Capo
Custom Tuning (EGDGAE)Intermediate
EGDGAENo Capo
Custom Tuning (DADF#AC#)Intermediate
DADF#AC#No Capo
Custom Tuning (C#G#C#F#A#C#)Intermediate
C#G#C#F#A#C#No Capo
Custom Tuning (DADEAB)Intermediate
DADEABNo Capo
Custom Tuning (CGCGCD#)Intermediate
CGCGCD#No Capo