The 'E Palindrome' is a unique and resonant 7-string Guitar tuning, designed for exploring harmonics, octaves, and a distinctive open sound. As its original description suggests, it's a variation of an Open Bmaj 7 string variant, but the final configuration centers the tuning powerfully around the key of E.

Verbal Analysis

Verbally, this tuning offers an incredibly full and open sound, dominated by the notes E, B, and F#. The name 'Palindrome' suggests a certain symmetry or reflective quality, which might be found in its intervallic structure or how chords can be formed on the fretboard. When strummed open, it rings with a powerful, almost drone-like quality, emphasizing an E suspended 2nd chord or an E power chord with a bright F# major 2nd/9th. The arrangement of notes across multiple octaves makes it exceptionally well-suited for creating rich, sustained textures, arpeggios that span a wide range, and striking harmonic interplay.

Technical Analysis

Technically, the open strings of the 'E Palindrome' tuning are configured as follows from low to high: E1, B1, F#3, B2, F#4, B3, E4. These notes primarily consist of E, B, and F# across various octaves. This creates a strong E suspended 2nd (Esus2) sonority, which can also be thought of as an E power chord (E5) with an added major 2nd (F#). The repeated B and F# notes at different octaves provide a robust harmonic foundation, allowing for complex voicings with minimal fretting.

Chordal Possibilities:

• The open tuning itself forms an Esus2/Eadd9 chord, creating a rich, expansive sound that is perfect for ambient music, powerful rock riffs, or film scoring.
• Barring across any fret will yield a suspended 2nd chord in the corresponding key. For example, a single-finger barre at the 2nd fret would produce an F#sus2 chord, while a barre at the 7th fret would give you a Bsus2 chord. This makes shifting keys incredibly intuitive for this chord type.
• The intervals between adjacent strings (e.g., E1-B1, B1-F#3, F#3-B2 etc.) provide readily available fifths, octaves, and major seconds, which simplify two and three-note chord voicings. This makes it easier to construct melodic lines that harmonize naturally with the open strings or to create complex drones.
• Due to the strong open E-B-F# structure and the tuning's name 'Palindrome', players might explore symmetrical fingerings or open string drones to create unique sonic textures, especially when focusing on the 'harmonic and octaves' aspect mentioned in the original description.

Current Tuning Notes

Here are the target notes for each string in the 'E Palindrome' tuning, from the lowest (7th) to the highest (1st) string:

• String 7: E1
• String 6: B1
• String 5: F#3
• String 4: B2
• String 3: F#4
• String 2: B3
• String 1: E4

How to Tune to E Palindrome

To achieve the 'E Palindrome' tuning, please follow these precise string adjustments. The starting note for each string is inferred based on the target note and the specified movement.

• String 7: (Starting from F#1) Tune down 2 semitones to reach E1.

  This movement is relatively safe.

• String 6: (Starting from B1) Keep as is; no change (0 semitones).

  No adjustment needed for this string.

• String 5: (Starting from E3) Tune up 2 semitones to reach F#3.

  This movement is relatively safe.

• String 4: (Starting from A2) Tune up 2 semitones to reach B2.

  This movement is relatively safe.

• String 3: (Starting from D4) Tune up 4 semitones to reach F#4.

  Caution: Tuning up 4 semitones is a significant adjustment. Consider using a slightly lighter gauge string for optimal playability and to reduce string tension.

• String 2: (Starting from G3) Tune up 4 semitones to reach B3.

  Caution: Tuning up 4 semitones is a significant adjustment. Consider using a slightly lighter gauge string for optimal playability and to reduce string tension.

• String 1: (Starting from A3) Tune up 5 semitones to reach E4.

  Warning: Tuning up 5 semitones is a substantial increase in tension. It is strongly advised to use a lighter gauge string for this position to prevent string breakage and ensure proper intonation and neck stability.

Always tune carefully and ensure your instrument's neck is properly adjusted for any significant tuning changes.