The 'Periphery - Alpha' tuning for Guitar is a unique and aggressive setup, deviating significantly from standard tuning to achieve its distinctive sound. This tuning features a wide range across the strings, with some very low notes and some relatively high ones, creating a powerful foundation for heavy riffs and complex melodic lines typical of Periphery's style.

Technical Analysis & Open Chord Opportunities:

This tuning presents the open notes: B1, F#3, D3, A3, E4, A3. While not forming a traditional common chord across all strings, several interesting voicings and intervals emerge:

• The top three strings (3rd, 2nd, 1st: A3, E4, A3) naturally form an A5 (A power chord), making powerful high-register riffs and chord fragments easily accessible.
• The lowest three strings (6th, 5th, 4th: B1, F#3, D3) outline a B minor triad (B-D-F#), albeit with the notes spread across a wide register, allowing for deep, resonant minor voicings.
• The open strings provide a wide dynamic range, from the extremely low B1 to the bright E4 and A3, ideal for modern progressive metal and djent styles.

How to Tune:

To achieve the 'Periphery - Alpha' tuning, follow these specific adjustments from standard E Standard tuning:

• 6th String (Low E): Tune down 5 semitones to B1. (Note: Tuning down 5 semitones is a significant change; consider a heavier gauge string for optimal tension and tone.)
• 5th String (A): Tune down 3 semitones to F#3.
• 4th String (D): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones) to D3.
• 3rd String (G): Tune up 2 semitones to A3.
• 2nd String (B): Tune up 5 semitones to E4. (Note: Tuning up 5 semitones is a significant change; consider a lighter gauge string for optimal tension and to avoid string breakage.)
• 1st String (High E): Tune down 7 semitones to A3. (Note: Tuning down 7 semitones is a significant change; consider a heavier gauge string for optimal tension and tone.)

General Recommendation: For string movements exceeding 4 semitones up or down, it is generally advised to consider using a different gauge string to maintain proper tension, intonation, and to prevent potential damage to your instrument or strings.