The "Admiral Angry 7-string" tuning for the Guitar is described as the specific setup used by the band Admiral Angry. This is an exceptionally low and heavy tuning designed for extended range 7-string guitars, pushing the instrument into extreme sonic territories.

Verbal Analysis

This tuning immediately stands out for its deep, resonant character, perfect for genres like death metal, sludge, or any style demanding massive low-end impact. The lowest string, tuned to G1#, is significantly below standard 7-string B, creating a foundational rumble. The overall detuning across all strings suggests a focus on very heavy riffing and a dark, brooding atmosphere. Players will find open string chords to have a unique, often dissonant or suspended quality, but also powerful root-fifth constructions. Its extreme nature implies a specific musical intent, likely involving slow, crushing riffs or complex, low-register harmonies.

Technical Analysis

This is a custom open tuning for a 7-string guitar with the following notes from lowest (7th string) to highest (1st string): G#1, C#2, G#2, C#3, F#3, A#3, D#4. The tuning exhibits a combination of fourths, thirds, and fifths, creating a dense harmonic landscape:

• String 7 (G#1)
• String 6 (C#2): A Perfect Fourth above String 7 (G#1)
• String 5 (G#2): A Perfect Fifth above String 6 (C#2)
• String 4 (C#3): A Perfect Fourth above String 5 (G#2)
• String 3 (F#3): A Perfect Fourth above String 4 (C#3)
• String 2 (A#3): A Major Third above String 3 (F#3)
• String 1 (D#4): A Perfect Fourth above String 2 (A#3)

This specific arrangement creates several easily accessible chord voicings and melodic possibilities:

• The 7th, 6th, and 5th strings (G#1, C#2, G#2) form a powerful G# power chord with an added perfect fourth (C#), providing a strong, open G#sus4 voicing.
• Open strings 7, 5, and 1 (G#1, G#2, D#4) resolve to a clear G#5 power chord across octaves, offering a solid root-fifth foundation.
• Strings 6 and 4 (C#2, C#3) are octaves of C#, allowing for immediate C# power chords.
• The overall tuning leans towards a G# tonality with suspended fourths and incorporating a minor seventh (F#3) and ninth (A#3) when considering G# as the root. This allows for deep, resonant chords and riffs with minimal finger movement in the lower positions, hinting at a G#add4add9(b7) feel for complex harmonies.

How to Tune

This tuning requires significant detuning from standard 7-string tuning (B1-F#2-D3-A3-E4-B4-E5). Follow these steps carefully:

• String 7 (Lowest String): Tune to G1#, which is Tune down 5 semitones.
• String 6: Tune to C2#, which is Tune down 5 semitones.
• String 5: Tune to G2#, which is Tune down 3 semitones.
• String 4: Tune to C3#, which is Tune down 3 semitones.
• String 3: Tune to F3#, which is Tune down 3 semitones.
• String 2: Tune to A3#, which is Tune down 4 semitones.
• String 1 (Highest String): Tune to D4#, which is Tune down 4 semitones.

Important Note on String Gauges: Given the significant detuning, especially for strings 7, 6, 2, and 1 (which are tuned down 4 or 5 semitones), it is highly recommended to use a heavier gauge string set than standard to maintain proper tension, intonation, and tone. Standard strings might feel too loose or 'flappy' and could cause intonation issues at such low tunings. For movements exceeding negative 4 or positive 4 semitones, a different gauge string is generally advised for optimal playability and sound.

String 7: G1# (Lowest String)

String 6: C2#

String 5: G2#

String 4: C3#

String 3: F3#

String 2: A3#

String 1: D4# (Highest String)