This unique guitar tuning, labeled as "EDF#AGE", embodies the raw and experimental spirit of "Pigfuck/No wave" music, as described by its creator. It offers a rich, complex sound palate, starting with an open Em9/11 chord.

Verbal Analysis

Forget convention and embrace sonic exploration! This tuning is designed for those who want to "hold a finger down and go crazyyyyy," implying a readiness for dissonant, driving textures. The "Pigfuck/No wave" label itself suggests a sound characterized by noise, unconventional harmony, and a departure from traditional rock structures. It's likely to produce dense, clashing chords when strummed openly or with simple barres, perfect for creating walls of sound or jarring rhythmic figures.

Technical Analysis

The open notes of this tuning are E2-D2-F#3-A2-G3-E4, from low to high. When sounded together, these notes form an open Em9/11 chord (E, G, A, D, F#). This provides a rich, jazzy, yet potentially dissonant foundation for exploration. The low D string (D2) creates a deep, resonant base, while the higher F#3, A2, G3 notes are clustered, allowing for interesting inner voicings and often dissonant intervals (e.g., F#3 and G3 are a minor second apart). This close voicing, combined with the wider intervals from the lower strings, contributes to its unique character.

Chordal Possibilities:

• Open Em9/11: Strumming all open strings immediately gives you this complex, melancholic, and potentially aggressive chord, depending on articulation.
• Barre Chords: As suggested, barring a single fret across all six strings will transpose the Em9/11 shape, creating similar complex voicings in different keys (e.g., F Em9/11 at the 1st fret, F# Em9/11 at the 2nd fret). Due to the inherent dissonance of the open tuning, these barre chords will likely maintain that raw, clashing quality.
• Drone Effects: The lower E and D strings can be used as drones, providing a stable foundation over which melodies or more dissonant chords can be played on the higher strings.
• Partial Chords: Experimenting with groups of 2-4 strings will reveal numerous smaller, often dissonant, intervals and chords that fit the "No wave" aesthetic. For instance, the F#3-A2-G3 cluster can create interesting minor 2nd and major 2nd intervals.

This tuning is clearly not for the faint of heart or those seeking traditional harmonies. It's an invitation to explore the more abrasive, textural, and unconventional side of guitar playing.

How to Tune (from Standard EADGBe)

Please note: Several strings require significant tuning down. Tuning beyond 4 semitones (up or down) from standard often benefits from or necessitates a change in string gauge to maintain proper tension and intonation, and to prevent string breakage or neck damage. Proceed with caution.

• 6th String (Low E): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones). It remains at E2.
• 5th String (A): Tune down 7 semitones to D2. This is a significant drop; consider a heavier gauge string to maintain tension and avoid potential intonation issues.
• 4th String (D): Tune down 8 semitones to F#3. This is a substantial drop; a heavier gauge string is strongly advised for playability and guitar health.
• 3rd String (G): Tune down 10 semitones to A2. This is a very large drop; a significantly heavier gauge string is highly recommended, and professional setup may be beneficial.
• 2nd String (B): Tune down 4 semitones to G3. This is a considerable drop; caution is advised, and a heavier gauge string might be beneficial for optimal performance.
• 1st String (High E): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones). It remains at E4.

Ensure your guitar's intonation is checked after applying such drastic tuning changes, as the altered string tension can affect the instrument's setup.