Standard Tuning
This tuner is preset to Standard tuning. The instrument type and tuning are locked for this page.
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Popular Songs in Standard
Practice these carefully selected songs to get familiar with Standard tuning. Each song showcases different techniques and chord progressions possible with this tuning.
View all 20 songs in StandardWonderwall
Oasis
Perfect for learning basic chord progressions in standard tuning.
Hotel California
Eagles
Iconic song featuring complex fingerpicking and lead guitar.
Blackbird
The Beatles
Beautiful fingerpicking arrangement in standard tuning.
Stairway to Heaven
Led Zeppelin
Epic song showcasing fingerpicking, strumming, and lead techniques.
Wish You Were Here
Pink Floyd
Classic intro with beautiful chord progressions and lead work.
More Than Words
Extreme
Popular fingerpicking song great for developing technique.
Why These Songs Work Well in Standard
These songs were specifically chosen because they take advantage of Standard 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 Standard for their music. Practice these songs to develop your ear for this tuning and discover new playing techniques.
💡 Practice Tips for Standard
- • 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 Standard 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