EADEAE Guitar Tuning
EADEAE sets the six strings from low to high to E A D E A E. Its open, emotional and drone-rich voice works especially well for post-rock swells, E and A drones and simple melodic shapes.
Do this first
No theory test. No perfect technique required. Follow these three steps and start making music.
Tap each string to hear it
What changes in EADEAE
The tuning keeps the low standard foundation but changes the upper middle strings to repeated E and A notes.
Make the tuning sound intentional
Create a repeating E–A drone and add a melody on only the first and third strings.
Shape tip: Move one- or two-finger shapes while allowing open E and A strings to sustain.
Retune to E A D E A E safely
The third and second strings move down; a normal set generally works.
Change one string at a time, approach the target pitch gradually and recheck every string after the neck settles. Stop if a string feels unusually tight, the bridge lifts or the instrument reacts unpredictably.
Turn the open strings into music
Quick answers before you play
What are the notes in EADEAE Guitar Tuning?
From the sixth string to the first string, tune to E A D E A E. Use the six playable reference notes above and recheck them after the neck settles.
Is EADEAE Guitar Tuning safe for my guitar?
The third and second strings move down; a normal set generally works. Stop if a string feels unusually tight, the bridge moves or the guitar becomes difficult to intonate.
Can I use normal chord shapes in EADEAE Guitar Tuning?
Some shapes may still work, but a modern modal tuning changes at least part of the fretboard. Start with the open strings, simple drones and the shape guidance on this page.
Why do the strings go out of tune again after retuning?
Changing one string changes the total tension on the neck. Tune all six strings, wait briefly and repeat the process until every reference pitch remains stable.