Bass Tuning & Setup Guide
Drop D (DADG) Tuning
Lowest string dropped by a whole step to low D (D1), giving extra low-end power and riff leverage.
Ear-Tuning Pitch References
Click any string button to play a continuous reference pitch for tuning your bass by ear:
Fretboard Diagram (Frets 0 - 12)
Golden badges mark open strings; purple badges indicate fret note locations.
Musical Applications & Genres
Key Genres: Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Grunge, Post-Punk, Alternative
Overview: Lowest string dropped by a whole step to low D (D1), giving extra low-end power and riff leverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the open string notes for Drop D (DADG)?
From lowest-pitch to highest-pitch string: D-A-D-G.
What genres and playing styles benefit from this tuning?
Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Grunge, Post-Punk, Alternative. Lowest string dropped by a whole step to low D (D1), giving extra low-end power and riff leverage.
Can I practice scales in this tuning on Basnote?
Yes! Basnote's interactive workbench adapts all 17 scales, TAB views, and practice loops to Drop D (DADG).