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Whether you’re a total beginner or a professional shredder, alternate guitar tunings are a great tool for guitarists of all skill levels. Alternate guitar tunings open the door to discovering new genres, developing new techniques, and getting creativity flowing. But before we dive in, let’s talk about:
What are Alternate Tunings?
Alternate tuning refers to any guitar tuning made up of different notes than standard tuning. Standard tuning, from the lowest to the highest string, is made up of notes E, A, D, G, B, E. The tunings we will discuss here are some of the most tried and true alternate tunings, but the possibilities are endless!