Banjo Tuner
Tune a 5-string banjo to open G: g D G B D. Strum the open strings and you hear a G major chord.
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Open G banjo tuning
| String | Note | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| 5th g | G4 | 392.00 Hz |
| D | D3 | 146.83 Hz |
| G | G3 | 196.00 Hz |
| B | B3 | 246.94 Hz |
| D | D4 | 293.66 Hz |
The short 5th string is the highest note, g4. It starts at the fifth fret and is the drone that gives bluegrass banjo its sound.
Other banjo tunings
- Double C: g C G C D. Common in old time music.
- Open D: f# D F# A D.
- 4-string tenor banjo: usually C G D A, the same notes as a viola. Use the viola tuner.
For any tuning, the chromatic tuner shows whichever note you play.
Frequently asked questions
What is standard banjo tuning?
Open G: g4, D3, G3, B3, D4, from the 5th string to the 1st.
Why is the 5th string so short?
It is a drone string that starts at the 5th fret, so it rings a high g against whatever you play.