Standard six-string tuning
Low to high, sixth to first string
1E2
2A2
3D3
4G3
5B3
6E4
For a standard six-string guitar. Alternate tunings use different targets.
DAIKYOUJU LABS · MUSICIAN'S GUIDE
Tune your Electric Guitar.
Tune your Electric Guitar.
Play with confidence.
A practical electric guitar 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.
An electric guitar can change pitch with tremolo use, string bending and alternative tunings. A tuner that clearly distinguishes the target note from the detected frequency makes pre-show checks more practical.
Why this matters.
Daikyouju provides Basic and Pro electric-guitar editions. Their current catalog identifies standard and alternate tuning options, with a wider set of seven presets in the Pro edition, including several drop tunings.
Practice note: If your guitar has a floating bridge, change strings and tuning gradually; the tension balance may need extra time to settle.
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 electric 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
If your guitar has a floating bridge, change strings and tuning gradually; the tension balance may need extra time to settle. 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 Electric 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
Electric Guitar Tuner Basic
Intuitive pitch guidance for electric guitar.
- Standard tuning
- Drop D
- LED indicators
Pro EDITION
Electric Guitar Tuner Pro
Explore alternate electric guitar tunings.
- 7 tunings
- High sensitivity
- Hz display
05 / TROUBLESHOOTING
When a note doesn't settle.
A few common situations and practical ways to address them.
The bridge shifts while retuning
Floating bridges rebalance tension; adjust gradually and recheck every string.
A note wavers after bending
Let the string return to rest and check the settled pitch.
Questions musicians ask.
Can I use a electric 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. If your guitar has a floating bridge, change strings and tuning gradually; the tension balance may need extra time to settle.
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