D - tuning

afarid

I usually play in standard tuning however when i tune the E string a step down to D my power chords sound like shit. What am i doing wrong

exhausted

fixed bridge or tremolo bridge? are you retuning every string b/c you pretty much have too with tremolo bridges.

afarid

no only the E string

mccreadyisgod

Do you finger the chords the same way, or do you adapt with the low string being a D? Like a G power chord...

Standard Tuning:
E--X
B--X
G--X
D--5
A--5
E--3

Drop-D:
E--X
B--X
G--X
D--5
A--5
D--5

Other than that, I imagine the change in string tension might throw your neck outta whack, detuning the other strings a bit. Use an electronic tuner when you tune to drop-D and make sure all the other strings stay in tune.

albino_rocker

when playing in drop d (wen e is a step down to d) you don't fret with ur 2nd and 3rd fingers, u just use a barre with ur first and play the d A and D strings. that shld sort out the sound.

FinsburyParkCarrots

See the alternate tunings thread on this forum.....