Anyone tuned their guitar to A# G# C# F# A# D#?

Instruments Guitar and Bass
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Exploring the A# G# C# F# A# D# Tuning

I’ve been diving into various guitar tunings lately, and I stumbled upon the A# G# C# F# A# D# tuning. I’m really interested in how to effectively tune my guitar to this setup and what unique sounds or techniques I can experiment with.

Why This Tuning?

My goal is to explore new musical landscapes and maybe even write some songs that highlight this tuning. I’ve heard it can give a richer sound and allow for some interesting chord voicings.

Questions I Have:

  1. How do I properly tune my guitar to A# G# C# F# A# D#?
    • Are there specific methods or tools that can help?
  2. What songs commonly use this tuning?
    • I’d love to get some recommendations!
  3. Any particular techniques that work great with this tuning?
    • I’m curious about fingerpicking or strumming patterns that really shine.

Resources I’ve Found:

  • Obviously, there are lots of YouTube tutorials out there. If anyone has links to specific videos that tackle this tuning, please share!
  • Websites with articles on alternative tunings have been helpful too, but I want to see what the community thinks.

I’m excited to try this tuning and would love to hear your experiences, tips, or any suggestions you might have! Let’s share some knowledge about this unique approach to guitar playing.

Looking forward to your insights!

Cheers,
ashley88

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I recently started tuning my guitar to A# G# C# F# A# D#. It’s quite an exciting tuning! I found that starting with simple chord progressions really helps with switching chords smoothly. Anyone have tips on common progressions?

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Absolutely! It opens up a lot of possibilities. I’ve been experimenting with the I-IV-V progression in this tuning. It sounds rich and full!

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In this tuning, I’ve found that using barre chords really makes things easier for transitions! Plus, they give a great sound. Anyone else find barre chords helpful? What else works for you?

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For sure! I struggled with barre chords at first, but now they feel more natural. Have you tried adding sixths or jazz chords? They create such interesting color in your progressions.

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I’ve been trying out a progression using C# major, F# major, and A# minor. It has this nice vibe! Anyone else used those chords together?

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Nice! I’ve actually been working on something similar! I find it helpful to incorporate arpeggios on these chords to keep it interesting.

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What about melody creation? Anyone have advice on how to complement these chords with a melody? I feel stuck sometimes figuring it out.

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Incorporating the scale notes of A# minor can really help! Sometimes just playing around with the notes feels best until something clicks.

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I totally agree with user above! A bit of trial and error goes a long way. It’s incredible what you can find by just experimenting with different scales.

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Is anyone else finding that some progressions in A# have a tendency to sound similar? It’s like I’m stuck in a loop!

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Definitely! It’s easy to fall into a pattern. I think changing the rhythm can help shake things up a bit!

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Sure, but let’s not forget that sometimes it’s those familiar sounds that resonate most! How do you feel about cliches in music?

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Cliches can be a double-edged sword, but they can also create catchy hooks if you twist them just right! Humor in music is key; that’s why I sometimes play with silly lyrics! Get some laughs.

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Haha! That sounds fun! I might just try it and see if it gets me out of my creative rut. Thanks for the idea!

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I’ve been tuning my guitar to A# G# C# F# A# D# for a while now. It really opens up some unique sounds! Try to get comfortable with your finger placements; starting with open chords is a good idea.

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Absolutely! This tuning provides a rich harmonic palette. I recommend practicing scales in this tuning to get familiar with the fretboard.

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What exercises do you guys suggest for transitioning between the A# and D# chords? I’m struggling with those changes!

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Practice slowly at first, focusing on clean finger placements. You can also try a metronome to keep your timing steady!

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Hey, does anyone have tips for using these chords on piano? I’m very curious about how the voicings translate!