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Bass Tuning & Setup Guide

Standard 5-string (BEADG) Tuning

Adds a sub-low B0 string below the low E, providing thunderous sub-bass tones without down-tuning.

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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
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
B
B
C
C#
D
D#
E
F
F#
G
G#
A
A#
B

Musical Applications & Genres

Key Genres: Modern Metal, Gospel, R&B, Contemporary Pop, Fusion

Overview: Adds a sub-low B0 string below the low E, providing thunderous sub-bass tones without down-tuning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the open string notes for Standard 5-string (BEADG)?

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

What genres and playing styles benefit from this tuning?

Modern Metal, Gospel, R&B, Contemporary Pop, Fusion. Adds a sub-low B0 string below the low E, providing thunderous sub-bass tones without down-tuning.

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 5-string (BEADG).