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Bass Tuning & Setup Guide

High C 5-string (EADGC) Tuning

Adds a high C string (C3) above the G string, designed for solo bassists, melodic playing, and chords.

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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.

Nut
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
C
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
G
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
D
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
A
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
E
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B
C
C#
D
D#
E

Musical Applications & Genres

Key Genres: Solo Bass, Chordal Playing, Progressive Jazz, Fusion

Overview: Adds a high C string (C3) above the G string, designed for solo bassists, melodic playing, and chords.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the open string notes for High C 5-string (EADGC)?

From lowest-pitch to highest-pitch string: E-A-D-G-C.

What genres and playing styles benefit from this tuning?

Solo Bass, Chordal Playing, Progressive Jazz, Fusion. Adds a high C string (C3) above the G string, designed for solo bassists, melodic playing, and chords.

Can I practice scales in this tuning on Basnote?

Yes! Basnote's interactive workbench adapts all 17 scales, TAB views, and practice loops to High C 5-string (EADGC).