Standard four-string bass tuning
Lowest to highest string
1E1
2A1
3D2
4G2
Orchestral tuning shown. Solo scordatura and extended-range bass setups differ.
DAIKYOUJU LABS · MUSICIAN'S GUIDE
Tune your Double Bass.
Tune your Double Bass.
Play with confidence.
A practical double 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.
The double bass plays an octave lower than many written string parts and requires attention to low-frequency pitch stability. Standard orchestral four-string tuning is E–A–D–G from low to high.
Why this matters.
Browse Basic and Professional double-bass tuner editions. The Pro app emphasizes frequency guidance and visual feedback for players who need a focused reference before rehearsal or performance.
Practice note: Allow the low note to ring steadily and listen for the fundamental rather than responding to the first overtone you hear.
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
Confirm the requested concert pitch and your instrument’s normal open-string tuning before you begin.
02
Open the matching tuner
Launch your double bass tuner on iPhone or iPad. If prompted, allow microphone access and select the relevant available preset.
03
Sound an open string
Use a steady, gentle bow stroke or carefully pluck the open string, keeping other strings quiet.
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
Allow the low note to ring steadily and listen for the fundamental rather than responding to the first overtone you hear. 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 Double Bass 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
Double Bass Tuner Basic
Practical tuning for double-bass players.
- Precise frequency display
- Fast feedback
- Clear interface
Pro EDITION
Double Bass Tuner Professional
Purpose-built professional double-bass tuner.
- Frequency display
- High sensitivity
- Visual feedback
05 / TROUBLESHOOTING
When a note doesn't settle.
A few common situations and practical ways to address them.
Overtones obscure the low note
Let the fundamental settle and try plucking with a consistent touch.
Tuning changes feel extreme
Verify orchestral versus solo tuning before changing tension.
Questions musicians ask.
Can I use a double bass 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. Allow the low note to ring steadily and listen for the fundamental rather than responding to the first overtone you hear.
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