DADGAD Tuning

The famous "Celtic" tuning — droning, modal and open, made iconic by Jimmy Page ("Kashmir" feel) and folk guitarists. Low to high: D A D G A D.

D6th (low)
A5th
D4th
G3rd
A2nd
D1st (high)
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How to tune to DADGAD

  1. Start in standard tuning.
  2. Lower the 6th string (E) to D, the 2nd string (B) to A, and the 1st string (E) to D.
  3. Result: D A D G A D — a lush, droning modal tuning loved in Celtic, folk and Zeppelin-style acoustic playing.

Famous songs in DADGAD

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DADGAD tuning — FAQ

What are the string notes for DADGAD tuning?

DADGAD tuning is, from the low (6th) string to the high (1st) string, D A D G A D.

How do I tune my guitar to DADGAD?

Start in standard tuning. Lower the 6th string (E) to D, the 2nd string (B) to A, and the 1st string (E) to D. Result: D A D G A D — a lush, droning modal tuning loved in Celtic, folk and Zeppelin-style acoustic playing.

What songs use DADGAD tuning?

Popular songs in DADGAD tuning include Kashmir by Led Zeppelin, Black Mountain Side by Led Zeppelin.

What is DADGAD tuning good for?

The famous "Celtic" tuning — droning, modal and open, made iconic by Jimmy Page ("Kashmir" feel) and folk guitarists.

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