The B Modal tuning for guitar creates a unique open sound, heavily centered around the B note. As described, it features 3 strings tuned as the main root (B), 2 strings tuned as the perfect fifth (F#), and 1 string tuned as the major second (C#). This configuration immediately presents an open Bsus2 chord (B - C# - F#) across all six strings, offering a rich, suspended harmony without fretting any notes.

Technically, the open strings are tuned to B1 - F#3 - B2 - F#4 - B3 - C#5. This arrangement utilizes drone-like qualities with multiple B and F# notes spread across different octaves, allowing for powerful, resonant strumming. The higher octaves of F# (F#3 and F#4) and C# (C#5) give this tuning a bright and shimmering character, contrasting with the deep B1 on the lowest string. Players can easily achieve two-string power chords (root-fifth) by fretting just two strings, and the suspended second interval (C#) adds a modern, open tonality suitable for modal playing, ambient textures, or progressive rock. Common chord shapes around B, Bsus2, and F# will be readily available, and exploring inversions and partial voicings will be particularly rewarding due to the open intervals.

How to Tune (from Standard EADGBe)

• String 6 (Low E): Tune down 5 semitones to B1. This is a significant drop from standard E2. For sustained use in this low register, a heavier gauge string is strongly advised.
• String 5 (A): Tune down 3 semitones to F#2.
• String 4 (D): Tune down 3 semitones to B2.
• String 3 (G): Tune down 1 semitone to F#3.
• String 2 (B): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones) to B3.
• String 1 (High E): Tune down 3 semitones to C#4.

When performing tunings that exceed negative 4 or positive 4 semitones (such as the 6th string in this case), a different gauge string is generally advised to ensure optimal tension, tone, and prevent potential damage to the guitar or string breakage. Please note that the resulting notes from strictly following the 'How to Tune' instructions above (which are derived from standard EADGBe and the provided string movements) may differ from the specific higher octave target notes listed in the 'Notes Description' for String 5 (F#3), String 3 (F#4), and String 1 (C#5). If those exact higher octave notes are desired for these strings, you may need to start from a different initial tuning for your guitar or consider tuning these particular strings up, which would also necessitate a different string gauge for safety and proper tension.

• String 6 (Low E): B1
• String 5 (A): F#3
• String 4 (D): B2
• String 3 (G): F#4
• String 2 (B): B3
• String 1 (High E): C#5