Open G Tuning

Strum open for an instant G chord — the Rolling Stones/blues-slide tuning. Low to high: D G D G B D.

D6th (low)
G5th
D4th
G3rd
B2nd
D1st (high)
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How to tune to Open G

  1. Start in standard tuning.
  2. Lower the 6th string (E) to D, the 5th string (A) to G, and the 1st string (E) to D.
  3. Strum open and you get a G major chord — the slide/blues tuning of Keith Richards and Robert Johnson.

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Open G tuning — FAQ

What are the string notes for Open G tuning?

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

How do I tune my guitar to Open G?

Start in standard tuning. Lower the 6th string (E) to D, the 5th string (A) to G, and the 1st string (E) to D. Strum open and you get a G major chord — the slide/blues tuning of Keith Richards and Robert Johnson.

What songs use Open G tuning?

Popular songs in Open G tuning include Start Me Up by The Rolling Stones, Brown Sugar by The Rolling Stones, Honky Tonk Women by The Rolling Stones.

What is Open G tuning good for?

Strum open for an instant G chord — the Rolling Stones/blues-slide tuning.

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