Bass drop D tuning: D A D G
The E string drops a whole step to D for a deeper bottom note, matching a guitar in drop D.
Bass drop D notes and frequencies
| String | Note | Frequency | Change from standard | Listen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | D1Down a whole step | 36.71 Hz | Down a whole step | |
| 3 | A1 | 55.00 Hz | Same as standard | |
| 2 | D2 | 73.42 Hz | Same as standard | |
| 1 | G2 | 98.00 Hz | Same as standard |
String 4 is the lowest (thickest) string. Frequencies use A4 = 440 Hz.
How to tune to Bass drop D from standard
- String 4: E → D (down a whole step).
Tune down past the note and come back up to it: the string settles and holds pitch better. After a big change, check every string again because the neck tension shifts.
Questions
What are the notes in Bass drop D tuning?
From the lowest (thickest) string to the highest: D A D G.
How do I tune to Bass drop D?
Open the Fartguitar tuner with Bass drop D 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.