Skipper
Required String Notes:D#GD#FA#D
Tune to Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D)Tune to Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D)
Play each string and match the pitch using your microphone. Targets are set to this song’s exact tuning (D#GD#FA#D).
Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D)
±0
D#
Target: 77.8 Hz
-50WAITING+50
Waiting for sound
D#78
G98
D#156
F175
A#233
D294
How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D)
Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 6 of 6 strings to play “Skipper”:
| String | Standard | Target | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| String 6 | E2 | D#2 | Tune down a half step |
| String 5 | A2 | G2 | Tune down a whole step |
| String 4 | D3 | D#3 | Tune up a half step |
| String 3 | G3 | F3 | Tune down a whole step |
| String 2 | B3 | A#3 | Tune down a half 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
"Skipper" by Sandy Alex G is played in Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D) (D#GD#FA#D). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 6 of 6 strings: string 6 down to D#, string 5 down to G, string 4 up to D#, string 3 down to F, string 2 down to A#, string 1 down to D. Some strings go down and others go up, so the tension shifts across the neck. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D).
Looking for tabs or chords?Search Ultimate Guitar
Tunings Close to Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D)
Already tuned to D#GD#FA#D? These tunings are just one small change away.
Gear for Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D)
Strings and tools that make playing "Skipper" in Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D) 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 6 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.
Affiliate links: we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
“Skipper” Tuning FAQ
What tuning is "Skipper" by Sandy Alex G in?
"Skipper" is played in Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D): D#GD#FA#D, from the lowest to the highest string.
How do I tune my guitar to play "Skipper"?
Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down a half step (E2 → D#2). String 5: tune down a whole step (A2 → G2). String 4: tune up a half step (D3 → D#3). String 3: tune down a whole step (G3 → F3). String 2: tune down a half step (B3 → A#3). String 1: tune down a whole step (E4 → D4).
What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D)?
Use a .010–.046 set. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.
Other Songs in Custom Tuning (D#GD#FA#D)
Once tuned to D#GD#FA#D, try playing these tracks next: