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Standard E Guitar Tuner

Standard E
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E
Target: 82.4 Hz
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E82
A110
D147
G196
B247
E330

How to Tune to Standard E

The universal foundation of guitar playing, used in the vast majority of popular music across all genres. E-A-D-G-B-E has been the standard tuning for six-string guitar since the 19th century. Nearly every guitar method book, chord chart, and lesson assumes this tuning, making it the essential starting point for all guitarists.

This is standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) — no strings to change:

StringStandardTargetWhat to do
String 6E2E2Leave as is
String 5A2A2Leave as is
String 4D3D3Leave as is
String 3G3G3Leave as is
String 2B3B3Leave as is
String 1E4E4Leave as is
Printable Standard E chart (PNG / PDF)
Fun Fact

Standard tuning uses intervals of perfect fourths between all adjacent strings except between the G and B strings, which is a major third. This seemingly small inconsistency is why barre chord shapes change between string groups — and it has frustrated guitarists for centuries. Some players (like Robert Fripp) have adopted all-fourths tuning to eliminate this quirk.

String Tension & Setup Tips

Recommended Gauge:.010 ("tens") for electric guitar is the most popular choice, offering a balance of playability and tone. For acoustic, .012 ("twelves") is standard. Beginners often start with .009 ("nines") on electric for easier bending and fretting.
Standard EIntermediate
E - A - D - G - B - ENo Capo
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Standard EIntermediate
E - A - D - G - B - ENo Capo
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Standard EIntermediate
E - A - D - G - B - ENo Capo
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Standard E TuningAdvanced
E - A - D - G - B - ENo Capo
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is standard tuning?
Standard tuning is E-A-D-G-B-E, from the thickest (6th) string to the thinnest (1st). The frequencies are: E2 = 82.41 Hz, A2 = 110.00 Hz, D3 = 146.83 Hz, G3 = 196.00 Hz, B3 = 246.94 Hz, E4 = 329.63 Hz. This tuning is based on A440 concert pitch, where the A above middle C equals 440 Hz.
What are the exact frequencies of each guitar string?
In A440 standard tuning: 6th string (low E) = 82.41 Hz, 5th string (A) = 110.00 Hz, 4th string (D) = 146.83 Hz, 3rd string (G) = 196.00 Hz, 2nd string (B) = 246.94 Hz, 1st string (high E) = 329.63 Hz. These are the fundamental frequencies — each string also produces harmonics above these pitches.
How to tune a guitar to standard E?
Click 'Start Tuner' above and grant microphone access. Play each string one at a time, starting with the low E (thickest string). The tuner will show you whether you're sharp (too high) or flat (too low). Turn the tuning peg slowly until the indicator centers on the target note. Work from the lowest string to the highest.
Can I use this tuner with my phone's microphone?
Yes! This tuner works with any device that has a microphone, including smartphones, tablets, and laptops. For best results, play in a quiet environment, hold your device close to the guitar's sound hole (acoustic) or amp (electric), and pluck one string at a time with a clear, sustained note.