Tune to Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#)

Play each string and match the pitch using your microphone. Targets are set to this song’s exact tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#).

Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#)
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D#
Target: 77.8 Hz
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D#78
G#104
C#139
F175
A#233
D#311

How to Tune from Standard to Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#)

Start in standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) and change 6 of 6 strings to play “Your Deep Rest”:

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2D#2Tune down a half step
String 5A2G#2Tune down a half step
String 4D3C#3Tune down a half step
String 3G3F3Tune down a whole step
String 2B3A#3Tune down a half step
String 1E4D#4Tune down a half 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

"Your Deep Rest" by The Hotelier is played in Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#) (D#G#C#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 down to C#, string 3 down to F, string 2 down to A#, string 1 down to D#. Overall string tension drops, with the biggest change being 2 semitones down. 1270 other songs in our catalog use Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#).

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Tunings Close to Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#)

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The Hotelier’s Guitar Tunings

The Hotelier plays 1 of 3 songs in our catalog in Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#). Most-used tunings:

Gear for Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#)

Strings and tools that make playing "Your Deep Rest" in Custom Tuning (D#G#C#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.

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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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“Your Deep Rest” Tuning FAQ

What tuning is "Your Deep Rest" by The Hotelier in?

"Your Deep Rest" is played in Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#): D#G#C#FA#D#, from the lowest to the highest string.

How do I tune my guitar to play "Your Deep Rest"?

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 half step (A2 → G#2). String 4: tune down a half step (D3 → C#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 half step (E4 → D#4).

What string gauge should I use for Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#)?

Use a .010–.046 set. Tension stays close to standard, so a regular set works without any setup changes.

More Songs by The Hotelier

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Other Songs in Custom Tuning (D#G#C#FA#D#)

Once tuned to D#G#C#FA#D#, try playing these tracks next:

Custom Tuning (EBD#F#BD#)Intermediate
EBD#F#BD#No Capo
Custom Tuning (C#ADGBE)Intermediate
C#ADGBENo Capo
Custom Tuning (EAC#G#AE)Intermediate
EAC#G#AENo Capo
Custom Tuning (DAEABE)Intermediate
DAEABENo Capo
Custom Tuning (CGDGBC)Intermediate
CGDGBCNo Capo
Custom Tuning (CGDGBC)Intermediate
CGDGBCNo Capo
Custom Tuning (D#A#A#F#A#D)Intermediate
D#A#A#F#A#DNo Capo