Tune to Custom Tuning (ACDEGA)

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

Custom Tuning (ACDEGA)
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A
Target: 55.0 Hz
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Waiting for sound
A55
C65
D73
E82
G98
A110

How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (ACDEGA)

Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 6 of 6 strings to play “Turtle in a hare machine”:

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2A1Tune down 7 semitones
String 5A2C2Tune down 9 semitones
String 4D3D2Tune down 12 semitones
String 3G3E2Tune down 15 semitones
String 2B3G2Tune down 16 semitones
String 1E4A2Tune down 19 semitones
Recommended string gauge: .013–.072. The bass strings drop very far below standard; a baritone-weight set stops them from flopping and buzzing.Ernie Ball Baritone Slinky (.013–.072) · affiliate link

Song Overview & Tuning Breakdown

"Turtle in a hare machine" by Emmure is played in Custom Tuning (ACDEGA) (ACDEGA). Starting from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), you retune 6 of 6 strings: string 6 down to A, string 5 down to C, string 4 down to D, string 3 down to E, string 2 down to G, string 1 down to A. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 19 semitones down. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (ACDEGA).

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Emmure’s Guitar Tunings

Emmure plays 1 of 3 songs in our catalog in Custom Tuning (ACDEGA). Most-used tunings:

Gear for Custom Tuning (ACDEGA)

Strings and tools that make playing "Turtle in a hare machine" in Custom Tuning (ACDEGA) easier.

Ernie Ball Baritone Slinky (.013–.072)

Recommended gauge .013–.072. The bass strings drop very far below standard; a baritone-weight set stops them from flopping and buzzing.

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

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“Turtle in a hare machine” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Turtle in a hare machine" by Emmure in?

"Turtle in a hare machine" is played in Custom Tuning (ACDEGA): ACDEGA, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Turtle in a hare machine"?

Start from standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E). String 6: tune down 7 semitones (E2 → A1). String 5: tune down 9 semitones (A2 → C2). String 4: tune down 12 semitones (D3 → D2). String 3: tune down 15 semitones (G3 → E2). String 2: tune down 16 semitones (B3 → G2). String 1: tune down 19 semitones (E4 → A2).

What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (ACDEGA)?

Use a .013–.072 set. The bass strings drop very far below standard; a baritone-weight set stops them from flopping and buzzing.

More Songs by Emmure

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Other Songs in Custom Tuning (ACDEGA)

Once tuned to ACDEGA, try playing these tracks next:

Custom Tuning (DGDGA#C)Intermediate
DGDGA#CNo Capo
Custom Tuning (EG#BF#A#D#)Intermediate
EG#BF#A#D#No Capo
Custom Tuning (EAEADF#)Intermediate
EAEADF#No Capo
Custom Tuning (FA#DFA#D)Intermediate
FA#DFA#DNo Capo
Custom Tuning (AADGAD)Intermediate
AADGADNo Capo
Custom Tuning (G#G#C#F#G#C#)Intermediate
G#G#C#F#G#C#No Capo
Custom Tuning (DADADE)Intermediate
DADADENo Capo
Custom Tuning (A#FA#FA#D)Intermediate
A#FA#FA#DNo Capo