Unusual tuning

NickTej22 · #1 03-19-2013, 09:45 AM

Sorry if this is the wrong spot please move.

So I'm joining this band, they said they play in A sharp standard on their 7 strings. So what would my strings be on 5 string? And how can I achieve that on a tuner that only does standard tuning?

Rev J · #2 03-19-2013, 10:59 AM

Essentially they want you to tune down a half step. Even though I don't do this it is a common practice Bb, Eb, Ab, Db, Gb. When you tune up using your tuner fret at the first fret and tune that B, E, A, D, G.

C/S,
Rev J

NickTej22 · #3 03-19-2013, 11:01 AM

Thank you. They said my B string would be A sharp, and my E string would be D sharp and so on.

TheEmptyCell · #4 03-19-2013, 06:58 PM

Yes, that would be one half step down from standard.

With a tuner like yours, you want to find the button that adds a flat to your screen. That will show your B as being sharp, until you tune down to Bb (A#).

NickTej22 · #5 03-19-2013, 07:32 PM

Alright yeah, hit the flat button one, then down tube until it shows standard on my tuner?

So Low Bass · #6 03-19-2013, 09:15 PM

You write “their seven string guitars” and your “5 string bass”. And then they want you to tune a half step LOWER???

What is this band’s opening number called”? Mudslide???
Is that followed by a cover of "Dark Chocolate Tsuami"?

NickTej22 · #7 03-19-2013, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by So Low Bass

You write “their seven string guitars” and your “5 string bass”. And then they want you to tune a half step LOWER???

What is this band’s opening number called”? Mudslide???
Is that followed by a cover of "Dark Chocolate Tsuami"?

The hell you talking about? This is an established metal band that I'm joining.

seanm · #8 03-19-2013, 09:33 PM

The are playing in B flat (not sure why they are calling it A#). Nice key, I approve

Flat keys tend to sound better than "straight" keys IMHO.

NickTej22 · #9 03-19-2013, 09:35 PM

That's something I have yet to try, I'm use to playing in C. When I get over my bronchitis or whatever I have I'll mess with my tuner and figure it out.

kirkdickinson · #10 03-19-2013, 10:06 PM

Bb is the key you are tuning to... the Key of A# is only theoretical and would have TEN sharps. UGG-LY.

NickTej22 · #11 03-19-2013, 10:08 PM

Alright, so using my flat button on my korg ga1 do I hit the flat button one or twice?

I appreciate the help guys, I feel stupid for having to ask lol.

TheEmptyCell · #12 03-20-2013, 04:42 PM

Once.

NickTej22 · #13 03-20-2013, 04:52 PM

Oh ok. I thought that would be a quarter step Lmao

So Low Bass · #14 03-21-2013, 10:46 AM

I'd keep my low string tuned to Cb.

BassChuck · #15 03-21-2013, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by So Low Bass

I'd keep my low string tuned to Cb.

Did you used to play Harp?

Clef_de_fa · #16 03-21-2013, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by So Low Bass

I'd keep my low string tuned to Cb.

Good one

NYCbassist · #17 03-21-2013, 12:58 PM

Nothing strange really. You'll actually enjoy the lower tension when tuning down 1/2 step IME. are you playing cover tunes mostly? If so, I have a tip for successful practising at home.

NickTej22 · #18 03-21-2013, 01:06 PM

No, it's an all original band. I got about 12 songs to learn as a start. Haven't done much because I have bad bronchitis lol.

NYCbassist · #19 03-21-2013, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by NickTej22

No, it's an all original band. I got about 12 songs to learn as a start. Haven't done much because I have bad bronchitis lol.

Okay, Cool. Feel better and best of luck on the new Band.

remainthesame · #20 03-21-2013, 01:16 PM

these guys already told you the notes. but if i were you id round up about 30 bucks and get a chromatic tuner. theres not really any limitations like what tuning you play in and whether its a bass or guitar. it simply displays the closest note and how far you are from that note. korg makes a great chromatic tuner.