FADFBE Guitar Tuner
FADFBE Fakename - Guitar tuning, chords & scales
The tuning you've provided, named "Fakename", is described as being "Wasn't here yet, needed it for Dare&Daring by G&TH." This custom tuning offers a distinctive sonic palette, creating an open D minor 6/9 chord with an F in the bass (Dm6/9/F) when strummed open.
Verbal Analysis
This "Fakename" tuning presents a sophisticated and unique character. When all strings are played open, the resulting notes are F-A-D-F-B-E. Interpreting this, if we consider D as the root, the notes D, F, A form a D minor triad. Adding the B creates a D minor 6th, and the E adds a 9th, resulting in a D minor 6/9 chord. With the lowest string tuned to F, it essentially becomes a Dm6/9 chord played over an F bass note (Dm6/9/F). This gives it a rich, jazzy, or contemporary feel, making it excellent for funk, fusion, or modern compositions where a dark yet full open voicing is desired. The presence of the F on both the 6th and 3rd strings provides a strong, resonant foundation and a clear octave, while the B natural creates a beautiful tension against the D minor triad, offering melodic possibilities.
Due to its open Dm6/9/F voicing, this tuning lends itself well to creating rich minor 6/9 chords simply by barring across various frets. Shifting the entire shape up the neck will yield different minor 6/9 inversions. Furthermore, the specific intervals between strings (e.g., the unison Fs on strings 6 and 3, or the unique F-A-D-F-B-E sequence) will open up interesting arpeggio and melodic patterns that are not typically found in standard tuning, encouraging creative exploration of voicings and lead lines.
Technical Analysis
Compared to standard guitar tuning (E-A-D-G-B-E), the "Fakename" tuning involves a few strategic alterations:
- Low E String (6th): Tuned up a semitone from E2 to F2.
- A String (5th): Remains at A2, no change.
- D String (4th): Remains at D3, no change.
- G String (3rd): Tuned down two semitones from G3 to F3.
- B String (2nd): Remains at B3, no change.
- High E String (1st): Remains at E4, no change.
This tuning is characterized by a "drop" of the 3rd string and a "raise" of the 6th string to F, creating a strong F octave across the low end and mid-range of the guitar. The relatively minor adjustments make it accessible without requiring drastic string gauge changes for most players.
How to Tune
To achieve the "Fakename" tuning, follow these precise adjustments from standard E-A-D-G-B-E:
- 6th String (Low E): Tune up 1 semitone from E to F.
- 5th String (A): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones). Tune to A.
- 4th String (D): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones). Tune to D.
- 3rd String (G): Tune down 2 semitones from G to F.
- 2nd String (B): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones). Tune to B.
- 1st String (High E): Keep as is; no change (0 semitones). Tune to E.
Note on String Gauges: The adjustments in this tuning are relatively minor (+1 semitone up, -2 semitones down) and generally fall within safe limits for standard guitar strings. You should not require a different gauge string for this tuning, but always exercise caution when tuning up. If you notice any excessive tension or difficulty, consider lighter gauge strings for strings tuned up, or heavier gauge for strings tuned down significantly in other tunings.
6th String: F2
5th String: A2
4th String: D3
3rd String: F3
2nd String: B3
1st String: E4
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Capos for FADFBE
Capo | Tuning | Name |
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0 | FADFBE | Fakename |
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Tuning Map
- Fret
- S6
- S5
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- S3
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- S1
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- C
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- B
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