How to Tune to Baritone GDGCEG
GDGCEG is an open-G flavoured baritone tuning that sounds a big, warm G chord while keeping a low drone on the bottom. On a baritone (or heavily strung) guitar it delivers cinematic low-end and effortless open-G voicings an octave down from a normal guitar.
| String | Note | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| String 6 | G1 | 49.00 Hz |
| String 5 | D2 | 73.42 Hz |
| String 4 | G2 | 98.00 Hz |
| String 3 | C3 | 130.81 Hz |
| String 2 | E3 | 164.81 Hz |
| String 1 | G3 | 196.00 Hz |
String Tension & Setup Tips
Recommended Gauge:Designed for baritone or extended-scale instruments. Use a baritone string set; on a standard scale the low G will feel loose, so heavier gauges are essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I tune to GDGCEG?
From standard tuning (EADGBE), retune each string low to high: 6th E→G, 5th A→D, 4th D→G, 3rd G→C, 2nd B→E, 1st E→G. Match each string to its exact Hz using the interactive tuner above.
Do I need a baritone guitar for GDGCEG?
It works best on a baritone or long-scale guitar. On a standard 25.5" scale you can approximate it with very heavy strings, but the low G will feel slack.