What are the notes of Low G tuning?

Low G tuning on ukulele is G C E A, from the lowest string to the highest.

How do I tune to Low G from standard tuning?

Starting from standard (G C E A): string 4 down 12 semitones. Every other string stays the same. Use the tuner above to check each string.

Do I need different strings for Low G?

Not necessarily, but when strings are tuned down a long way they lose tension and can buzz or feel floppy. A slightly heavier string gauge keeps them stable and in tune.

Is Low G tuning bad for my ukulele?

No. Changing tuning is completely safe. Just tune gradually, and when raising pitch go slowly so you don't over-tighten a string. After a big change, the neck can take a day to settle, so check your tuning again.

Low G tuningG C E A

Low G tuning uses the same notes as standard but drops the G string an octave, giving a fuller, deeper sound and a continuous low-to-high range. It needs a low-G string.

Also called · Linear tuning

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String chart

String 1 is the thinnest. Frequencies are exact at A4 = 440 Hz; change the reference on the A4 knob.

StrNoteFrequencyFrom std.

1AA4 · La440.0 Hz—

2EE4 · Mi329.6 Hz—

3CC4 · Do261.6 Hz—

4GG3 · Sol196.0 Hz▼ 12 semitones

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Tuning your ukulele to Low G

Automatically with the microphone, or by ear: tap any note on the headstock to hear a real recorded reference.

1
Allow microphone access and hold the ukulele near your device.
2
Pluck the G string (the one closest to your chin) and let it ring.
3
Tighten if the needle is to the left (flat), loosen if it's to the right (sharp), until it turns green.
4
Repeat for C, E and A. New nylon strings stretch a lot, so expect to retune often for the first few days.

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Ukulele tunings

5 tunings, all free. Notes listed from the lowest string.

Standard

Standard (High G)G C E A

Lowered

B Tuning (Half Step Down)F♯ B D♯ G♯

Alternate

Extended range

BaritoneD G B E

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Questions & troubleshooting

What are the notes of Low G tuning?: Low G tuning on ukulele is G C E A, from the lowest string to the highest.
How do I tune to Low G from standard tuning?: Starting from standard (G C E A): string 4 down 12 semitones. Every other string stays the same. Use the tuner above to check each string.
Do I need different strings for Low G?: Not necessarily, but when strings are tuned down a long way they lose tension and can buzz or feel floppy. A slightly heavier string gauge keeps them stable and in tune.
Is Low G tuning bad for my ukulele?: No. Changing tuning is completely safe. Just tune gradually, and when raising pitch go slowly so you don't over-tighten a string. After a big change, the neck can take a day to settle, so check your tuning again.

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