Drop A Tuning

Extremely low — modern deathcore/djent territory (down-tuned 6 and 7-strings). Low to high: A E A D F# B.

How to tune to Drop A

1. Often played on a 7-string, or a 6-string with very heavy strings.
2. On a 6-string: tune down toward, low to high, A E A D F# B.
3. Use thick strings (.012–.060+) to keep this extreme low tuning tight.

More tunings: see all 12 tunings · standard tuning chart