Tune to Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B)

Play each string and match the pitch using your microphone. Targets are set to this song’s exact tuning (F#BEADF#B).

Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B)
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F#
Target: 92.5 Hz
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Waiting for sound
F#92
B123
E165
A220
D294
F#370
B494

How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B)

Start in standard tuning (B-E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 7 of 7 strings to play “Tears of the Goddess”:

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 7B1F#2Tune up 7 semitones
String 6E2B2Tune up 7 semitones
String 5A2E3Tune up 7 semitones
String 4D3A3Tune up 7 semitones
String 3G3D4Tune up 7 semitones
String 2B3F#4Tune up 7 semitones
String 1E4B4Tune up 7 semitones
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

"Tears of the Goddess" by Pentakill is played in Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B) (F#BEADF#B). Starting from standard tuning (B-E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 7 of 7 strings: string 7 up to F#, string 6 up to B, string 5 up to E, string 4 up to A, string 3 up to D, string 2 up to F#, string 1 up to B. Overall string tension rises, so tune up slowly to avoid breaking strings. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B).

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Tunings Close to Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B)

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Gear for Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B)

Strings and tools that make playing "Tears of the Goddess" in Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B) 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.

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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 7 strings means a lot of turning — a winder speeds it up and trims new strings too.

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“Tears of the Goddess” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Tears of the Goddess" by Pentakill in?

"Tears of the Goddess" is played in Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B): F#BEADF#B, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Tears of the Goddess"?

Start from standard tuning (B-E-A-D-G-B-E). String 7: tune up 7 semitones (B1 → F#2). String 6: tune up 7 semitones (E2 → B2). String 5: tune up 7 semitones (A2 → E3). String 4: tune up 7 semitones (D3 → A3). String 3: tune up 7 semitones (G3 → D4). String 2: tune up 7 semitones (B3 → F#4). String 1: tune up 7 semitones (E4 → B4).

What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B)?

Use a .010–.056 (7-string) set. A dedicated 7-string set keeps the low B tight enough to stay in tune.

Other Songs in Custom Tuning (F#BEADF#B)

Once tuned to F#BEADF#B, try playing these tracks next:

Custom Tuning (EGCGCE)Intermediate
EGCGCENo Capo
Custom Tuning (DADEBD)Intermediate
DADEBDNo Capo
Custom Tuning (BF#BF#BF#)Intermediate
BF#BF#BF#No Capo
Custom Tuning (DADGCD)Intermediate
DADGCDNo Capo
Custom Tuning (BF#BFG#C#)Intermediate
BF#BFG#C#No Capo
Custom Tuning (EADEBE)Intermediate
EADEBENo Capo
Custom Tuning (FA#D#G#CF)Intermediate
FA#D#G#CFNo Capo
Custom Tuning (CGEGBD)Intermediate
CGEGBDNo Capo