TuneMap: Guitar Tuning Tool & Tuning Chart
Explore guitar tunings, string notes and tuning relationships. Compare standard and alternate tunings for 6, 7 and 8-string guitars in one clear interactive tool.
Open TuneMap →What Is TuneMap?
TuneMap is an interactive guitar tuning tool that shows the notes of each string and helps you compare standard and alternate tunings for 6, 7 and 8-string guitars.
Useful for: standard tuning, drop tunings, extended-range guitars and comparing alternate guitar tunings.
How to Use TuneMap
Choose your guitar setup, select a tuning and use the string map to see exactly which note each string should be tuned to.
Choose the Number of Strings
Select a 6, 7 or 8-string guitar so TuneMap shows the correct string layout for your instrument.
Select a Tuning
Choose standard tuning or one of the available alternate tunings to view the correct notes for every string.
Check the String Notes
Read the tuning from the lowest string to the highest string and use the map as a clear tuning reference.
Compare Different Tunings
Switch between tunings to see which strings change and how the overall tuning relationship is altered.
Use the Reference Pitch Settings
If needed, check the reference tuning so you can work with standard A4 = 440 Hz or another supported reference pitch.
Choose the Note Display
Switch between ABC and DoReMi notation and choose sharps or flats to match the notation style you prefer.
Read the Notes and Frequencies
TuneMap shows both the note name and the frequency in hertz for every string based on the selected tuning and reference pitch.
Need to actually tune your instrument by microphone? Use PITCHR for real-time pitch detection and tuning.
What TuneMap Shows
TuneMap gives you a clear visual reference for guitar tunings and string notes. Instead of memorizing each tuning separately, you can see how the strings change from one tuning to another.
You can use TuneMap to explore:
- 6-string, 7-string and 8-string guitar tunings
- standard and alternate guitar tunings
- drop tunings such as Drop D, Drop C and lower tunings
- open major and open minor tunings
- the note name and frequency in hertz for every string
- ABC or DoReMi note display
- sharp or flat note notation
- 440 Hz, 432 Hz, 445 Hz and custom reference pitches
This makes TuneMap useful both as a quick tuning chart and as a way to understand how different guitar tunings are structured.
Standard vs Alternate Guitar Tunings
Standard tuning gives you a familiar reference point for understanding every other guitar tuning. On a 6-string guitar, standard tuning is E A D G B E from the lowest string to the highest.
Alternate tunings change one or more of those string notes. A drop tuning may lower only the lowest string, while other tunings can change several strings and create a completely different relationship across the instrument.
Comparing tunings visually makes these changes much easier to understand. You can quickly see which strings stay the same, which move up or down, and how the overall tuning structure changes.
This is especially useful for 7-string and 8-string guitars, where extended-range tunings add extra low strings and make a clear tuning chart even more useful.
Reference Pitch: 440 Hz, 432 Hz, 445 Hz and Custom Tunings
Most modern instruments are tuned using A4 = 440 Hz as the standard reference pitch. This determines the exact frequency of every other note while the note names and string relationships remain the same.
You can also use alternative references such as A4 = 432 Hz, A4 = 445 Hz or a custom reference value. The guitar can still use the same string notes, but every pitch shifts according to the selected reference.
Reference pitch is therefore different from changing the guitar tuning itself. Moving from standard tuning to Drop D changes a string note; changing from 440 Hz to 445 Hz changes the pitch reference used for all notes.
Understanding that distinction is useful when matching another instrument, working with recordings that use a different reference pitch or checking alternative tuning setups.
Common Guitar Tuning Mistakes
Reading the strings in the wrong direction. Guitar tunings are normally written from the lowest-pitched string to the highest-pitched string. On a standard 6-string guitar, that is E A D G B E.
Confusing alternate tuning with reference pitch. Drop D, Open G or another alternate tuning changes one or more string notes. A4 = 440 Hz or 445 Hz changes the pitch reference used for every note.
Assuming every 7-string or 8-string guitar uses the same tuning. Extended-range guitars can use different standard, drop and custom setups, so always check the exact string notes before tuning.
Changing several strings without checking the full tuning. Alternate tunings can change the interval relationships across the fretboard. Use the complete tuning map instead of adjusting strings from memory.
Forgetting to recheck the tuning. Changing the tension of one string can slightly affect the others, especially after a larger tuning change. Check all strings again before you start playing.
Guitar Tuning FAQ
What is TuneMap?
TuneMap is an interactive guitar tuning reference that shows the string notes for standard and alternate tunings on 6, 7 and 8-string guitars.
What is standard tuning for a 6-string guitar?
Standard 6-string guitar tuning is E A D G B E from the lowest-pitched string to the highest-pitched string.
Can TuneMap show alternate guitar tunings?
Yes. TuneMap lets you compare standard and alternate tunings and see which note each string uses in the selected tuning.
Can I use TuneMap for 7-string and 8-string guitars?
Yes. TuneMap includes layouts for 6, 7 and 8-string guitars so you can check tunings for standard and extended-range instruments.
What is the difference between guitar tuning and reference pitch?
Guitar tuning determines the note assigned to each string. Reference pitch, such as A4 = 440 Hz, determines the exact pitch frequency used for those notes.
What happens if I tune to 445 Hz instead of 440 Hz?
The note names remain the same, but the complete instrument is tuned slightly higher because every note is calculated from the higher reference pitch.
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