This is a highly distinctive and resonant tuning, aptly named "Lake Monsters B tuning 2," indicating its likely use in heavy, atmospheric musical contexts. It establishes a powerful B tonal center with a unique suspended second quality. The tuning is designed for maximum sonic impact, allowing for deep, ringing chords and robust single-note lines, characteristic of modern rock, metal, or experimental genres. Its structure emphasizes drone capabilities and a massive low-end presence.

Technical Analysis

• Open String Notes: The tuning is B1-F#3-B2-F#4-C#5-B3 (from lowest to highest string).
• Chord Voicing: When strummed open, the combination of notes (B, F#, C#) forms a colossal Bsus2 chord. This chord is rich with multiple octaves of B (B1, B2, B3) and F# (F#3, F#4), providing a thick, layered foundation. The C#5 adds a bright, suspended quality to the chord.
• Interval Structure: The tuning features some very wide and non-linear intervals between adjacent strings, which is characteristic of highly customized tunings:
  • String 6 (B1) to String 5 (F#3): A massive leap of two octaves and a perfect fifth (31 semitones).
  • String 5 (F#3) to String 4 (B2): A descending perfect fifth (7 semitones down).
  • String 4 (B2) to String 3 (F#4): Another significant jump of two octaves and a perfect fifth (31 semitones).
  • String 3 (F#4) to String 2 (C#5): A standard perfect fifth ascending (7 semitones).
  • String 2 (C#5) to String 1 (B3): A significant drop of a major ninth (13 semitones down).
  The interplay of these intervals creates unique harmonic possibilities and makes this a distinctive tuning for advanced exploration.
• Chordal Opportunities: The strong presence of B and F# notes means that open power chords on B and F# are readily available and incredibly resonant. The suspended second (C#) can be easily incorporated or omitted. The stacked octaves make it easy to create huge-sounding drone riffs and low-end chugs.
• Scale & Melodic Potential: While primarily chordal, the tuning also offers interesting melodic avenues. Playing in the B Dorian or B Lydian modes, or simply utilizing the B minor/major scale with the C# providing tension, would yield compelling results over the open Bsus2 drone.

Tuning Notes

• String 6 (Lowest String): B1
• String 5: F#3
• String 4: B2
• String 3: F#4
• String 2: C#5
• String 1 (Highest String): B3

How to Tune

Follow these steps to set up your guitar for Lake Monsters B tuning 2:

• String 6 (Lowest String): Tune this string to B1. Tune down 5 semitones. (Caution: Tuning down 5 semitones is a significant change; consider a heavier gauge string for optimal tone and tension if your current string feels too slack).
• String 5: Tune this string to F#3. Tune down 3 semitones.
• String 4: Tune this string to B2. Tune down 3 semitones.
• String 3: Tune this string to F#4. Tune down 1 semitones.
• String 2: Tune this string to C#5. Tune up 2 semitones.
• String 1 (Highest String): Tune this string to B3. Tune down 5 semitones. (Caution: Tuning down 5 semitones is a significant change; consider a heavier gauge string for optimal tone and tension if your current string feels too slack).