Its Been Raining
Required String Notes:EAEGBE
Tune to Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)Tune to Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)
Play each string and match the pitch using your microphone. Targets are set to this song’s exact tuning (EAEGBE).
Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)
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E
Target: 82.4 Hz
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E82
A110
E165
G196
B247
E330
How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)
Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 1 of 6 strings to play “Its Been Raining”:
| String | Standard | Target | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| String 6 | E2 | E2 | Leave as is |
| String 5 | A2 | A2 | Leave as is |
| String 4 | D3 | E3 | Tune up a whole step |
| String 3 | G3 | G3 | Leave as is |
| String 2 | B3 | B3 | Leave as is |
| String 1 | E4 | E4 | Leave 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 Been Raining" by David Crosby is played in Custom Tuning (EAEGBE) (EAEGBE). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 1 of 6 strings: string 4 up to E. Overall string tension rises, so tune up slowly to avoid breaking strings. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (EAEGBE).
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Tunings Close to Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)
Already tuned to EAEGBE? These tunings are just one small change away.
Standard E241 songs
E - A - D - G - B - EOnly string 4 differs: D instead of E.Open E Minor (Cross-Note) Tuning5 songs
E - B - E - G - B - EOnly string 5 differs: B instead of A.Custom Tuning (EAEEBE)2 songs
EAEEBEOnly string 3 differs: E instead of G.Custom Tuning (DAEGBE)2 songs
DAEGBEOnly string 6 differs: D instead of E.David Crosby’s Guitar Tunings
David Crosby plays 1 of 6 songs in our catalog in Custom Tuning (EAEGBE). Most-used tunings:
- Custom Tuning (EBDGAD)EBDGAD4 songs
- Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)EAEGBE1 song
Gear for Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)
Strings and tools that make playing "Its Been Raining" in Custom Tuning (EAEGBE) 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.
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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“Its Been Raining” Tuning FAQ
What tuning is "Its Been Raining" by David Crosby in?
"Its Been Raining" is played in Custom Tuning (EAEGBE): EAEGBE, from the lowest to the highest string.
How do I tune my guitar to play "Its Been Raining"?
Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 4: tune up a whole step (D3 → E3). Leave the other strings as they are.
What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (EAEGBE)?
Use a .010–.046 set. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.
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