Bass Tuning & Setup Guide
Standard 4-string (EADG) Tuning
The universal baseline tuning for 4-string electric and acoustic bass guitars.
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
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: Rock, Pop, Jazz, Blues, Funk, Motown, Reggae
Overview: The universal baseline tuning for 4-string electric and acoustic bass guitars.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the open string notes for Standard 4-string (EADG)?
From lowest-pitch to highest-pitch string: E-A-D-G.
What genres and playing styles benefit from this tuning?
Rock, Pop, Jazz, Blues, Funk, Motown, Reggae. The universal baseline tuning for 4-string electric and acoustic bass guitars.
Can I practice scales in this tuning on Basnote?
Yes! Basnote's interactive workbench adapts all 17 scales, TAB views, and practice loops to Standard 4-string (EADG).