Standard four-string bass tuning
Lowest to highest string
1E1
2A1
3D2
4G2
A five-string bass commonly adds B0 below E1. Confirm the instrument and string count first.
DAIKYOUJU LABS · MUSICIAN'S GUIDE
Tune your Bass Guitar.
Tune your Bass Guitar.
Play with confidence.
A practical bass tuner guide for iPhone and iPad. Learn the reference notes, follow the tuning process and explore real Daikyouju apps.
Guided practiceiPhone & iPad2 app editions to explore
01 / START HEREKnow your notes.
Know your notes.
Hear the difference.
A bass guitar occupies a lower range, making steady note detection especially important. Standard four-string bass tuning is E–A–D–G; five-string instruments commonly add a low B.
Why this matters.
Daikyouju’s bass collection includes a simpler Basic option and a professional edition with catalogued four- and five-string support. Compare features and check each store listing for your preferred setup.
Practice note: Pluck one string cleanly and give the note time to settle. Overtones can briefly make low notes appear unstable.
A better way
to get in tune.
Follow these steps using the app and your instrument. They are general guidance, not a claim that every interface has identical buttons.
01
Check the instrument and tuning
Identify the exact instrument and string count. For alternate tunings, confirm the target notes before changing string tension.
02
Open the matching tuner
Launch your bass guitar tuner on iPhone or iPad. If prompted, allow microphone access and select the relevant available preset.
03
Play one open string
Pluck one open string cleanly, then wait briefly for the pitch reading to stabilize.
04
Adjust in small increments
Compare the detected note with your target. Make gradual peg or machine-head adjustments; avoid overtightening and stop if resistance feels abnormal.
05
Recheck the complete instrument
Pluck one string cleanly and give the note time to settle. Overtones can briefly make low notes appear unstable. Play a familiar passage or chord afterward to confirm the result by ear.
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03 / THE REAL APPS
See what you'll use.
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04 / FIND YOUR APP
Choose your Bass Guitar experience.
Compare the editions using features from each app's published catalog. App Store listings remain the source of truth for current pricing and compatibility.
Basic EDITION
Bass Tuner Basic
Easy tuning for four-string bass.
- 4-string bass
- Clear pitch display
- Quick response
Pro EDITION
Bass Tuner Professional
Professional tuning for four- and five-string bass.
- 4- and 5-string bass
- Frequency display
- High sensitivity
05 / TROUBLESHOOTING
When a note doesn't settle.
A few common situations and practical ways to address them.
Low notes register erratically
Use a clean pluck, reduce extraneous noise and wait for the fundamental to settle.
Wrong range or string count
Confirm four-string versus five-string target notes before beginning.
Questions musicians ask.
Can I use a bass guitar tuner on an iPhone or iPad?
Daikyouju Labs publishes dedicated music apps for iPhone and iPad. Compatibility, supported iOS/iPadOS versions and feature availability differ by app and may change; verify your device against the live App Store listing.
Which version should I choose: Basic or Pro?
Compare the actual presets and features of the versions listed below. A Pro edition may offer additional tuning options or tools, but always confirm its current App Store description and price before downloading.
How do I know which tuning is correct?
Start with the note sequence required by your instrument, arrangement or teacher. Pluck one string cleanly and give the note time to settle. Overtones can briefly make low notes appear unstable.
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