This is a profoundly low and uniquely voiced guitar tuning, designed to deliver a deep, resonant soundscape. Primarily rooted in B, it features a complex arrangement of intervals that offers both powerful low-end potential and intriguing harmonic possibilities. The significant drop in pitch across most strings, particularly the lowest string, points towards its suitability for genres like metal, progressive rock, or any style requiring a heavy, extended bass range.

Verbal Analysis

At first glance, this tuning feels dark and expansive. The lowest string plummets to B1, creating a thunderous foundation rarely found in standard guitar tunings. The repetition of B on the 6th and 4th strings provides a strong, almost drone-like quality to the root note. The inclusion of G# on the 5th string adds a distinctive major 6th color to the low B, giving it a somewhat minor-6th-esque flavor, despite not being a pure minor chord. The upper strings (E, A, D) are also significantly lowered, contributing to the overall deep sonic texture. This isn't a tuning for simple open chord strumming in the traditional sense; rather, it encourages creative exploration of power chords, single-note riffs, and unconventional voicings that leverage the unique intervals.

Open string exploration will reveal a rich, somewhat dissonant sound. While not forming a clear major or minor triad, the notes B-G#-B-E-A-D offer a complex tonality that might be described as a B minor (with added 4th, 6th, and major 7th). This density of notes creates a full, almost orchestral texture when strummed openly. It's an excellent tuning for creating atmospheric passages or for players who want to build their own unique chord shapes and riffs around a low B foundation.

Technical Analysis & Chords

• Open Tuning Notes: B1 G#2 B2 E3 A3 D4
• Root Note: The tuning is firmly anchored by the low B, appearing as B1 on the 6th string and B2 on the 4th string. This provides a powerful, octave-reinforced bass.
• Intervals from Low B: The open strings present intervals of Root (B), Major 6th (G#), Octave (B), Perfect 4th (E), Major 7th (A), and Minor 3rd (D). This complex structure avoids a simple major/minor open chord but offers rich harmonic clusters.
• Power Chords: This tuning excels for heavy riffs. Power chords on the lowest strings (6, 5, 4) will sound massive. For example, a simple 0-X-0 (B-muted-B) or 0-X-X can be used, or power chords on the 6th string will translate directly, e.g., fretting the 6th string at the 1st fret (C) and the 4th string at the 3rd fret (C) will give you a C power chord (C-G-C).
• Open Chord Implications: While a full open strum is complex, combinations of strings can yield interesting results. The lowest three strings (B-G#-B) can function as a B with a major 6th, useful for melodic accompaniment. The upper four strings (B-E-A-D) form an intriguing Bsus4-type chord with an added D, which can be used for atmospheric or modal passages.
• Reachability & Shapes: Traditional chord shapes will be heavily altered due to the drastic tuning down of each string. However, the consistent 'drop' nature means that moving familiar shapes around will yield different, but predictable, results. Barring across the lower strings will still create strong, thick sounds. The octave between the 6th and 4th string (both B) is a great starting point for unique voicings.

Tuning Notes

• String 6 (Low E): B1 - The lowest string is tuned down significantly to a very deep B.
• String 5 (A): G#2 - Tuned down one semitone from standard, providing a distinct color.
• String 4 (D): B2 - Tuned down to a low B, matching the 6th string in name, but an octave higher.
• String 3 (G): E3 - Dropped to E.
• String 2 (B): A3 - Tuned down two semitones to A.
• String 1 (High E): D4 - The highest string is tuned down to D.

How to Tune

To achieve this 'Deep B Minor Drop' tuning from standard E Standard tuning (E A D G B E), follow these instructions carefully. Please note that significant downward tuning may cause strings to feel loose, and for very large drops (exceeding -4 or +4 semitones), a different gauge string might be advisable for optimal tension and tone.

• String 6 (Low E): Tune down 5 semitones to B1. (Note: This is a significant drop; consider a heavier gauge string for better tension and intonation.)
• String 5 (A): Tune down 1 semitone to G#2.
• String 4 (D): Tune down 3 semitones to B2.
• String 3 (G): Tune down 3 semitones to E3.
• String 2 (B): Tune down 2 semitones to A3.
• String 1 (High E): Tune down 2 semitones to D4.