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Open E Tuning

Notes:
E2B2E3G#3B3E4

This tuner is preset to Open E tuning. The instrument type and tuning are locked for this page.

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Popular Songs in Open E

Practice these carefully selected songs to get familiar with Open E tuning. Each song showcases different techniques and chord progressions possible with this tuning.

View all 8 songs in Open E
IntermediateElectric Blues1961

Shake for Me

Howlin' Wolf

Classic blues slide guitar in Open E.

Great for practicing open e techniques
AdvancedBlues Rock1967

Little Wing

Jimi Hendrix

Beautiful chord voicings and melodic playing in Open E.

Great for practicing open e techniques
IntermediateBlues1991

Life by the Drop

Stevie Ray Vaughan

Fingerpicked Open E ballad showcasing gentle slide work.

Great for practicing open e techniques
BeginnerAlternative Rock1998

Slide

Goo Goo Dolls

Simple Open E strumming pattern with occasional slide effects.

Great for practicing open e techniques
AdvancedDelta Blues1936

Crossroads

Robert Johnson

Legendary delta blues piece perfect for Open E slide guitar.

Great for practicing open e techniques
IntermediateElectric Blues1951

Dust My Broom

Elmore James

Electric blues standard featuring prominent slide guitar in Open E.

Great for practicing open e techniques

Why These Songs Work Well in Open E

These songs were specifically chosen because they take advantage of Open E 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 Open E for their music. Practice these songs to develop your ear for this tuning and discover new playing techniques.

💡 Practice Tips for Open E

  • • 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 Open E 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

  1. Click the settings button to choose your instrument and tuning
  2. Press the microphone button to start listening
  3. Allow microphone access when prompted

2Tuning Process

  1. Play one string at a time clearly
  2. Watch the needle - center and green means in tune
  3. 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