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CGEEGC C Major - Guitar tuning, chords & scales

Description - C Major

Tuned both the bottom and top two strings in 5ths, but two E's in the middle to create a C Major chord essentially.

This unique open tuning, now named "Open C Major Chord Tuning," is centered around the rich harmony of a C Major chord, making it exceptionally resonant and inspiring for a variety of musical styles. The tuning creates a full, vibrant sound when all open strings are strummed, essentially giving you an instant C Major chord. It's particularly well-suited for fingerstyle, slide guitar, or creating lush, ambient soundscapes where drone notes can shine.

Technical Analysis

The open strings are tuned to C2-G2-E3-E3-G3-C4. This configuration results in a C Major chord (C-E-G) with significant harmonic depth. You'll find the root (C) on both the lowest and highest strings, providing a powerful foundation. The fifth (G) is present on the 5th and 2nd strings, while the third (E) is prominently featured on the 4th and 3rd strings, creating a unison pair that adds a unique richness to the major third.

  • String 6 (C2) to String 5 (G2): A perfect 5th, establishing a strong root-fifth relationship.
  • String 5 (G2) to String 4 (E3): A major 6th, an expansive interval that contributes to the tuning's unique voicing.
  • String 4 (E3) to String 3 (E3): A perfect unison, providing a full, sustained major third.
  • String 3 (E3) to String 2 (G3): A minor 3rd, a common interval for chord construction.
  • String 2 (G3) to String 1 (C4): A perfect 4th, completing the upper octave of the C Major triad.

Chordal Possibilities

This tuning makes playing in the key of C Major incredibly intuitive. Barring all strings at any fret will instantly produce a Major chord, making it easy to transpose. For instance, a single finger across the 3rd fret yields an Eb Major, while the 5th fret gives you an F Major. The doubled E strings offer exciting possibilities for drone notes and open string harmonies, allowing for intricate melodic lines over a stable harmonic base. Exploring inversions of C, G (dominant), and F (subdominant) chords will feel more natural, opening up new sonic textures. This tuning provides a broad palette for compositions centered around C Major, making complex harmonies more accessible and inspiring creative exploration.

How to Tune

To achieve the "Open C Major Chord Tuning," carefully adjust each string from standard E Standard tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E) as follows:

  • String 6 (Low E): Tune down 4 semitones from E2 to C2. (Note: Tuning down 4 semitones is a significant adjustment; consider using a heavier gauge string for optimal tension and tone.)
  • String 5 (A): Tune down 2 semitones from A2 to G2.
  • String 4 (D): Tune up 2 semitones from D3 to E3.
  • String 3 (G): Tune down 3 semitones from G3 to E3.
  • String 2 (B): Tune down 4 semitones from B3 to G3. (Note: Tuning down 4 semitones is a significant adjustment; consider using a heavier gauge string for optimal tension and tone.)
  • String 1 (High E): Tune down 4 semitones from E4 to C4. (Note: Tuning down 4 semitones is a significant adjustment; consider using a heavier gauge string for optimal tension and tone.)

Always tune carefully and ensure your guitar's neck relief is properly set for alternative tunings. Exceeding a 4 semitone change (up or down) generally advises the use of a different gauge string to maintain proper string tension and avoid potential damage to your instrument.



String 6: C2 (The lowest note, providing a deep, resonant root.)

String 5: G2 (The fifth, adding harmonic richness below the main chord.)

String 4: E3 (The major third, creating a bright and open quality.)

String 3: E3 (A doubled major third in unison with the 4th string, enhancing sustain and fullness.)

String 2: G3 (The fifth, complementing the lower G and building the upper harmony.)

String 1: C4 (The highest note, completing the C Major triad at a higher octave.)

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