5-string bass tuning: B E A D G
A five-string bass adds a low B below the E string, extending the range downward without retuning.
5-string bass notes and frequencies
| String | Note | Frequency | Listen |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | B0 | 30.87 Hz | |
| 4 | E1 | 41.20 Hz | |
| 3 | A1 | 55.00 Hz | |
| 2 | D2 | 73.42 Hz | |
| 1 | G2 | 98.00 Hz |
String 5 is the lowest (thickest) string. Frequencies use A4 = 440 Hz.
Questions
What are the notes in 5-string bass tuning?
From the lowest (thickest) string to the highest: B E A D G.
How do I tune to 5-string bass?
Open the Fartguitar tuner with 5-string bass selected, allow the microphone and play one string at a time until the needle sits in the middle. You can also play each reference note on this page and match it by ear.