Drop B Tuning
This tuner is preset to Drop B tuning. The instrument type and tuning are locked for this page.
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Popular Songs in Drop B
Practice these carefully selected songs to get familiar with Drop B tuning. Each song showcases different techniques and chord progressions possible with this tuning.
View all 3 songs in Drop BSecret
Title Fight
Heavy Drop B tuning with shoegaze textures and wall of sound approach.
Chlorine
Title Fight
Complex Drop B arrangement with intricate layering and effects.
Shed
Title Fight
Atmospheric Drop B song showcasing the tuning's heavy, droning qualities.
Why These Songs Work Well in Drop B
These songs were specifically chosen because they take advantage of Drop B tuning's unique characteristics. Whether it's the open chord voicings, easier fingering patterns, or the distinctive sound that this tuning provides, each song demonstrates why many guitarists choose Drop B for their music. Practice these songs to develop your ear for this tuning and discover new playing techniques.
💡 Practice Tips for Drop B
- • Start with the beginner-level songs to get comfortable with the tuning
- • Focus on how chord shapes differ from standard tuning
- • Listen to the original recordings to understand the intended sound
- • Practice transitioning between Drop B and standard tuning
- • Experiment with the open strings to discover new chord voicings
How to Tune Your Guitar
Follow these simple steps to get your guitar perfectly tuned using our online tuner.
1Getting Started
- Click the settings button to choose your instrument and tuning
- Press the microphone button to start listening
- Allow microphone access when prompted
2Tuning Process
- Play one string at a time clearly
- Watch the needle - center and green means in tune
- Adjust your tuning pegs as needed
3Auto-Detection
- Auto-detect automatically selects the string you're playing
- Turn it off to manually select strings
- Great for beginners and experienced players
💡Pro Tips
- Play strings clearly and let them ring out
- Needle left = tighten, needle right = loosen
- Tune in a quiet environment for best results