| Links to Tuning Methods (using Frames) | |||||
| Tuning Method 1 | Tuning Method 2 | Tuning Method 3 | FAQ | ||
| Links to Tuning Methods (without Frames) | |||||
| Tuning Method 1 | Tuning Method 2 | Tuning Method 3 | FAQ | ||
| Tuning Method 1 |
Relative Tuning MethodThis is the first method many guitarist learn. Often referred to as the 5th fret method because you primarily use the sound created at the 5th fret of a string to tune up the adjacent open string. Click on the link in the left margin or the link at the top of the page to go to the instructions for the first tuning method. |
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| Tuning Method 2 |
Harmonics MethodThe use of harmonics can be an aid in the tuning process. When using harmonics it is important to understand the differences in tuning systems such as equal temprement and pythagorean tuning. This section contains some background info regarding the overtone series and how it relates to a guitar string and why you should care. Click on the link in the left margin or the link at the top of the page to go to the instructions for the second tuning method. |
| Tuning Method 3 |
Tuning to A-440What am I supposed to do with this A-440 tuning fork I bought?This section contains more tuning methods. One method tests the tuning by sounding an "A" on each string. Other unison and octave tests are discussed. These method are used to quickly check the tuning and find the culprit "out-of-tune" string. Some additional discusson regarding tuning is included. Click on the link in the left margin or the link at the top of the page to go to the instructions for the third tuning method. |