Alternate and Open Tunings

Tuning your guitar to open chords or other combinations of notes can give your instrument a whole new sound and open up exciting new possibilities. It's not hard to retune your guitar, and once you've got the knack you'll be amazed at what you can do.

These tunings are used in many styles of guitar playing, from open-chord blues and slide styles to Celtic songs and dance tunes. Give your guitar a whole new soundscape!
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