Double Drop D Tuning

Drop D with the high E also lowered to D — a ringing, droning tuning made famous by Neil Young and Crazy Horse ("Cinnamon Girl", "Ohio", "The Loner"). Low to high: D A D G B D.

D6th (low)
A5th
D4th
G3rd
B2nd
D1st (high)
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How to tune to Double Drop D

  1. Start in standard tuning (E A D G B E).
  2. Lower the 6th string (low E) a whole step to D.
  3. Lower the 1st string (high E) a whole step to D as well.
  4. Result, low to high: D A D G B D — like Drop D, but the high string is dropped too, so both outer strings ring a low and high D.

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Double Drop D tuning — FAQ

What are the string notes for Double Drop D tuning?

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

How do I tune my guitar to Double Drop D?

Start in standard tuning (E A D G B E). Lower the 6th string (low E) a whole step to D. Lower the 1st string (high E) a whole step to D as well. Result, low to high: D A D G B D — like Drop D, but the high string is dropped too, so both outer strings ring a low and high D.

What songs use Double Drop D tuning?

Popular songs in Double Drop D tuning include Cinnamon Girl by Neil Young, Ohio by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, The Loner by Neil Young.

What is Double Drop D tuning good for?

Drop D with the high E also lowered to D — a ringing, droning tuning made famous by Neil Young and Crazy Horse ("Cinnamon Girl", "Ohio", "The Loner").

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