Sketch 1Far leys
Required String Notes:D - A - D - G - A - D
Tune to DADGAD Celtic TuningHow to Tune from Standard to DADGAD Celtic Tuning
Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 3 of 6 strings to play “Sketch 1Far leys”:
| String | Standard | Target | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| String 6 | E2 | D2 | Tune down a whole step |
| String 5 | A2 | A2 | Leave as is |
| String 4 | D3 | D3 | Leave as is |
| String 3 | G3 | G3 | Leave as is |
| String 2 | B3 | A3 | Tune down a whole step |
| String 1 | E4 | D4 | Tune down a whole step |
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
"Sketch 1Far leys" by Nick Drake is played in DADGAD Celtic Tuning (D - A - D - G - A - D). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 3 of 6 strings: string 6 down to D, string 2 down to A, string 1 down to D. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 2 semitones down. 43 other songs in our catalog use DADGAD Celtic Tuning.
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Tunings Close to DADGAD Celtic Tuning
Already tuned to D - A - D - G - A - D? These tunings are just one small change away.
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D - A - D - E - A - DOnly string 3 differs: E instead of G.Nick Drake’s Guitar Tunings
Nick Drake plays 1 of 52 songs in our catalog in DADGAD Celtic Tuning. Most-used tunings:
- Standard EE - A - D - G - B - E17 songs
- BEBEBEB - E - B - E - B - E6 songs
Gear for DADGAD Celtic Tuning
Strings and tools that make playing "Sketch 1Far leys" in DADGAD Celtic Tuning 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.
D'Addario Pro-Winder (winder + cutter)
Retuning 3 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.
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“Sketch 1Far leys” Tuning FAQ
What tuning is "Sketch 1Far leys" by Nick Drake in?
"Sketch 1Far leys" is played in DADGAD Celtic Tuning: D - A - D - G - A - D, from the lowest to the highest string.
How do I tune my guitar to play "Sketch 1Far leys"?
Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down a whole step (E2 → D2). String 2: tune down a whole step (B3 → A3). String 1: tune down a whole step (E4 → D4). Leave the other strings as they are.
What string gauge should I use for DADGAD Celtic Tuning?
Use a .010–.046 set. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.
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