How to Tune from Standard to Pink Moon Modal

Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 5 of 6 strings to play “More Than Enough”:

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2C2Tune down 4 semitones
String 5A2G2Tune down a whole step
String 4D3C3Tune down a whole step
String 3G3F3Tune down a whole step
String 2B3C4Tune up a half step
String 1E4E4Leave as is
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

"More Than Enough" by Martin Simpson is played in Pink Moon Modal (C - G - C - F - C - E). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 5 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 up to C. Some strings go down and others go up, so the tension shifts across the neck. 12 other songs in our catalog use Pink Moon Modal.

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Tunings Close to Pink Moon Modal

Already tuned to C - G - C - F - C - E? These tunings are just one small change away.

Martin Simpson’s Guitar Tunings

Martin Simpson plays 1 of 5 songs in our catalog in Pink Moon Modal. Most-used tunings:

Gear for Pink Moon Modal

Strings and tools that make playing "More Than Enough" in Pink Moon Modal 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 5 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.

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“More Than Enough” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "More Than Enough" by Martin Simpson in?

"More Than Enough" is played in Pink Moon Modal: C - G - C - F - C - E, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "More Than Enough"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down 4 semitones (E2 → C2). String 5: tune down a whole step (A2 → G2). String 4: tune down a whole step (D3 → C3). String 3: tune down a whole step (G3 → F3). String 2: tune up a half step (B3 → C4). Leave the other strings as they are.

What string gauge should I use for Pink Moon Modal?

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 Martin Simpson

Explore other guitar tunings recorded by Martin Simpson:

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Custom Tuning (DGDGCD)Intermediate
DGDGCDNo Capo
Custom Tuning (CGCFCD)Intermediate
CGCFCDNo Capo
Custom Tuning (DADGAC)Intermediate
DADGACNo Capo
Open G VariantIntermediate
C - G - D - G - B - DNo Capo

Other Songs in Pink Moon Modal

Once tuned to C - G - C - F - C - E, try playing these tracks next:

Pink Moon ModalIntermediate
C - G - C - F - C - ENo Capo
Pink Moon ModalIntermediate
C - G - C - F - C - ENo Capo
Pink Moon ModalIntermediate
C - G - C - F - C - ENo Capo
Pink Moon ModalIntermediate
C - G - C - F - C - ENo Capo
Pink Moon ModalIntermediate
C - G - C - F - C - ENo Capo
Pink Moon ModalIntermediate
C - G - C - F - C - ENo Capo
Pink Moon ModalIntermediate
C - G - C - F - C - ENo Capo
Pink Moon ModalIntermediate
C - G - C - F - C - ENo Capo