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G#C#G#C#F#A#C# Guitar Tuner

G#C#G#C#F#A#C# | A♭D♭A♭D♭G♭B♭D♭ Drop G#/Double Drop C# - Guitar tuning, chords & scales

Description - Drop G#/Double Drop C#

I use Drop G#/Drop G a lot but I also wanted to do Drop C#/Drop (with the top string also dropped a step or a step and a half). Enjoy! :D

Verbal Analysis: Drop G#/Double Drop C#

This is an exceptionally low and heavy tuning designed for 7-string guitar, clearly intended for genres like metal, djent, or progressive rock where a deep, guttural sound is paramount. The "Drop G#" on the lowest string, combined with "Double Drop C#" across other key strings, immediately signals a powerful and resonant landscape. It feels incredibly weighty and is perfect for crushing riffs, chugging power chords, and thick, atmospheric soundscapes that demand a strong low-end foundation. The tuning sacrifices traditional melodic versatility for sheer sonic impact, providing a dark and intense character.

Technical Analysis: Drop G#/Double Drop C#

This 7-string guitar tuning, aptly named "Drop G#/Double Drop C#", presents a unique and formidable sonic architecture. The full open string notes, from lowest to highest, are G#2 C#3 G#3 C#4 F#4 A#4 C#5.

  • The lowest string (7th) is tuned to G#2, three semitones below the standard B2, establishing the "Drop G#" characteristic and providing an incredibly deep root note for the entire tuning.
  • The 6th string is C#3, paired with G#3 on the 5th string and C#4 on the 4th string. This specific arrangement creates a powerful C#5 (C# - G# - C#) power chord formation across these three strings, making it incredibly easy to play chunky, low-end riffs by barring a single fret. The C# note is also present on the 1st string (C#5), creating a "Double Drop C#" effect where C# octaves are easily accessible across different registers, allowing for powerful octave-based riffing.
  • The intervals between the lower strings (7th to 4th) are G#2 (Root or 5th) - C#3 (Perfect 4th) - G#3 (Perfect 5th) - C#4 (Perfect 4th). This configuration strongly facilitates the rapid playing of power chords and chugging patterns, especially centered around C# and G#.
  • The middle and higher strings (3rd, 2nd, 1st) are F#4, A#4, C#5. This cluster, when combined with the C# on the 4th string, forms a segment of a C#6 chord (C# - F# - A# - C# where F# is a 4th, A# is a 6th). While not an open major or minor chord across all strings, the prevalence of C# and its fifth (G#) and fourth (F#) provides a cohesive harmonic foundation for heavy riffing and complex voicings.

Chordal Opportunities:

  • Open C#5 Power Chords: By barring strings 6, 5, and 4 at the same fret, you instantly achieve a thick C#5 (C# - G# - C#) power chord.
  • Open G#5 Power Chords: Barring strings 7, 6, and 5 yields G#2, C#3, G#3. This creates a G#5 power chord with an added low C# as a perfect 4th, giving it an incredibly heavy, dense sound.
  • Extended Power Chords: The "drop" structure on the lowest strings means moving single-finger power chords up and down the neck is extremely fluid and straightforward, a staple for heavy genres.
  • Octave Riffing: The C# notes on strings 6, 4, and 1 (C#3, C#4, C#5) allow for powerful octave-based riffing, especially when combined with the G# fifths for an even fuller sound.
  • Implied C#sus4add6 or C#m(add4,6) voicings: The combination of C#, F#, G#, A# (from strings 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1) suggests complex voicings that can be explored for more intricate, dissonant, or atmospheric passages beyond standard power chords.

Overall, this tuning is a beast, optimized for maximum impact and a deep, resonant growl, making it a powerful choice for modern metal and heavy music styles.



Open String Notes:

The open strings for this 7-string guitar tuning are:

  • 7th String (Lowest): G#2
  • 6th String: C#3
  • 5th String: G#3
  • 4th String: C#4
  • 3rd String: F#4
  • 2nd String: A#4
  • 1st String (Highest): C#5

How to Tune:

To achieve the Drop G#/Double Drop C# tuning from standard 7-string tuning (B2 E3 A3 D4 G4 B4 E5), follow these steps:

  • 7th String (Standard B2): Tune down 3 semitones to G#2.
  • 6th String (Standard E3): Tune down 3 semitones to C#3.
  • 5th String (Standard A3): Tune down 1 semitones to G#3.
  • 4th String (Standard D4): Tune down 1 semitones to C#4.
  • 3rd String (Standard G4): Tune down 1 semitones to F#4.
  • 2nd String (Standard B4): Tune down 1 semitones to A#4.
  • 1st String (Standard E5): Tune down 3 semitones to C#5.

Important Note on String Gauges: While all string movements are within the general recommendation of -4 to +4 semitones, these are significant drops for multiple strings. For optimal string tension, intonation, and to prevent string floppiness, consider using a heavier gauge string set, especially for the 7th, 6th, and 1st strings which are dropped by 3 semitones.

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