This unique tuning, which we'll call "Ascendant G# Tuning" in the spirit of its namesake, is designed for the song "dragon ball z budokai tenkaichi 4" and aims to capture a distinctive, almost ethereal yet heavy sound suitable for a "camping in alaska" vibe. It blends a low, resonant foundation with striking high notes, creating a soundscape of both power and tension.

Technical Analysis: D G D G# A E

This tuning is characterized by a foundational Drop D configuration on the lowest string, followed by a resonant G, and then an octave D. The open strings are:

• Low E String (6th): D2
• A String (5th): G2
• D String (4th): D3
• G String (3rd): G4#
• B String (2nd): A3
• High E String (1st): E4

The bottom three strings (D-G-D) establish a powerful, open Gsus4 or D5 chord, providing a deep and droning quality often associated with open G or drop tunings. This allows for heavy, resonant riffs and power chords with ease.

However, the introduction of G4# on the 3rd string is the most striking feature. Pitched at G4#, this note is significantly higher than a standard G3 string. Against the open D strings, it creates an extremely high and piercing augmented 4th (or tritone), and a sharp, leading tone against the open G. This G4# introduces a pronounced dissonance and a unique, almost mystical or cutting edge to the overall sound, moving it far beyond conventional harmony.

The remaining strings, A3 and E4, add further colour. The A3 complements the D root, while E4 (a major 2nd above D) introduces further upper harmonic tension.

While not designed for easy conventional open chords, the tuning's strength lies in:

• Droning Riffs: The low D-G-D offers a solid foundation for heavy, open-string riffs.
• Power Chords: Moving single fingers across the low D-G-D strings will yield powerful intervals.
• Unique Melodies & Arpeggios: The G4# will shine in melodic phrases, offering a bright, almost exotic, and sometimes dissonant quality. The high E4 and A3 further expand the melodic range.
• Two-finger Chords: Experiment with two-finger voicings on the higher strings to create interesting intervals and dissonances with the G4#. For example, barring across strings 1, 2, 3 at the 5th fret would yield A D# D (or A A# A).

How to Tune:

To achieve the "Ascendant G# Tuning" from standard EADGBe, follow these steps:

• 6th String (Low E): Tune down 2 semitones to D.
• 5th String (A): Tune down 2 semitones to G.
• 4th String (D): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones).
• 3rd String (G): Tune up 1 semitone. Please note: The target note for this string is G4#. Achieving G4# from a standard G3 string typically requires tuning up 13 semitones (an octave and a semitone), which is a significant tension increase. Tuning up only 1 semitone from G3 would result in G#3. If G4# is truly the intended target, consider using a significantly lighter gauge string for the 3rd string or seek professional advice to avoid string breakage or damage to your instrument.
• 2nd String (B): Tune down 2 semitones to A.
• 1st String (High E): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones).

Always tune carefully and check intonation, especially with significant pitch changes.

Here are the notes for each string in this tuning:

• 6th String (Low E): D2
• 5th String (A): G2
• 4th String (D): D3
• 3rd String (G): G4#
• 2nd String (B): A3
• 1st String (High E): E4