Mammoth Chord Tuning: This unique tuning, affectionately described as "for mammoths," lives up to its name by delivering a profound and resonant sonic experience. It's designed to evoke a powerful, deep sound, perfect for players looking to explore expansive soundscapes, heavy riffs, or intricate harmonic textures that stand out from conventional tunings.

Technical Analysis:

The open notes for this tuning are: C#3, F#3, D#4, A#4, C#5, F#5 (from low E to high E string). This creates a fascinating harmonic structure:

• Low E String (6th): C#3 - The deep foundation of the tuning.
• A String (5th): F#3 - A Perfect 4th above the low C#.
• D String (4th): D#4 - A Major 2nd above the low C#, creating a slightly dissonant yet rich texture with the F#3.
• G String (3rd): A#4 - A Perfect 4th above D#4, reinforcing the P4 interval characteristic.
• B String (2nd): C#5 - A minor 3rd above A#4, and an octave above the low C#3.
• High E String (1st): F#5 - A Perfect 4th above C#5, completing the upper harmonic layers.

The open strings form a complex chord best described as a C#sus2sus4add6 (notes: C#, D#, F#, A#). This intricate voicing provides a naturally open, resonant sound with a powerful, almost orchestral quality. The prevalence of Perfect 4th intervals across multiple string pairs (C#-F#, D#-A#, C#-F# again) makes it suitable for heavy, droning sounds and easy exploration of power chords.

Chords and Playability:

When strummed open, this tuning delivers a rich, full C#sus2sus4add6 chord. This can serve as a foundation for ambient textures or as a unique starting point for melodic development. Due to the recurring Perfect 4th intervals, players will find that moving simple two-finger or three-finger power chord shapes up and down the neck can yield impressive results across various string sets. Full barres will produce variations of this complex sus chord, offering a broad palette for experimentation. The deep C# on the lowest string allows for very heavy, impactful riffs and a strong bass presence, truly living up to its "mammoth" designation.

How to Tune (from Standard EADGBe):

• 6th String (Low E): To reach C#3, tune down 3 semitones. This will take your E string to C#.
• 5th String (A): To reach F#3, tune down 3 semitones. This will take your A string to F#.
• 4th String (D): To reach D#4, tune up 1 semitone. This will take your D string to D#.
• 3rd String (G): To reach A#4, tune up 3 semitones. This will take your G string to A#. Note: Tuning up 3 semitones is a moderate change; proceed with caution.
• 2nd String (B): To reach C#5, tune up 2 semitones. This will take your B string to C#.
• 1st String (High E): To reach F#5, tune up 2 semitones. This will take your E string to F#.

Important Considerations: Tuning up or down significantly can affect string tension and intonation. Generally, movements of more than 4 semitones (up or down) might warrant considering a different string gauge to maintain optimal playability and avoid excessive stress on your guitar. For this tuning, all individual string movements are within the safe range of +/- 3 semitones, but always tune carefully and monitor your guitar's stability.