Survival
byMuse
Required String Notes:G#EADGBE
Tune to Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE)Tune to Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE)
Play each string and match the pitch using your microphone. Targets are set to this song’s exact tuning (G#EADGBE).
Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE)
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G#
Target: 51.9 Hz
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Waiting for sound
G#52
E82
A110
D147
G196
B247
E330
How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE)
Start in standard tuning (B-E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 1 of 7 strings to play “Survival”:
| String | Standard | Target | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| String 7 | B1 | G#1 | Tune down 3 semitones |
| String 6 | E2 | E2 | Leave as is |
| String 5 | A2 | A2 | Leave as is |
| String 4 | D3 | D3 | Leave as is |
| 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–.056 (7-string). A dedicated 7-string set keeps the low B tight enough to stay in tune.Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 7-String (.010–.056) · affiliate link
Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown
"Survival" by Muse is played in Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE) (G#EADGBE). Starting from standard tuning (B-E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 1 of 7 strings: string 7 down to G#. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 3 semitones down. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE).
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Tunings Close to Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE)
Already tuned to G#EADGBE? These tunings are just one small change away.
Muse’s Guitar Tunings
Muse plays 1 of 12 songs in our catalog in Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE). Most-used tunings:
- Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE)G#EADGBE1 song
Gear for Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE)
Strings and tools that make playing "Survival" in Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE) easier.
Ernie Ball Regular Slinky 7-String (.010–.056)
Recommended gauge .010–.056 (7-string). A dedicated 7-string set keeps the low B tight enough to stay in tune.
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 1 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.
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“Survival” Tuning FAQ
What tuning is "Survival" by Muse in?
"Survival" is played in Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE): G#EADGBE, from the lowest to the highest string.
How do I tune my guitar to play "Survival"?
Start from standard tuning (B-E-A-D-G-B-E). String 7: tune down 3 semitones (B1 → G#1). Leave the other strings as they are.
What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (G#EADGBE)?
Use a .010–.056 (7-string) set. A dedicated 7-string set keeps the low B tight enough to stay in tune.
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