6-string banjo tuner: EADGBE banjitar
A six-string banjo, banjitar or guitar banjo uses standard guitar tuning E2 A2 D3 G3 B3 E4. Models such as the Deering Goodtime Six and Boston are played with guitar chord shapes, while the banjo head supplies their distinctive sound.
Open notes and frequencies
6-string banjo tuner: EADGBE banjitar: Sounding targets · Standard E2 A2 D3 G3 B3 E4 · A4 = 440 Hz.
| String / course | Note | Hz |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | E2 | 82.41 |
| 5 | A2 | 110.00 |
| 4 | D3 | 146.83 |
| 3 | G3 | 196.00 |
| 2 | B3 | 246.94 |
| 1 | E4 | 329.63 |
How to use it
- Choose the tuning, target or note convention described below. Set the reference A to match your ensemble before comparing pitches.
- Press Turn on microphone and allow microphone access. Work in a quiet place and sound one note at a time.
- Let the attack pass and compare a steady note, its octave and cents. Make a small adjustment, then repeat the measurement.
- Check the full instrument again after adjustments. Stop the microphone when you finish; reference tones and the guide remain available.
Help and explanations
Tuning and register
Count from the sixth, lowest string to the first string. This is not a six-string version of five-string Open G: it has no short fifth-string drone. Select a string target, pluck that string alone and let its note settle before adjusting the machine head. If you use a Nashville string set, consult the separate Nashville tuning page instead of stretching a standard bass string toward the octave. Check scale length and string recommendations when changing the setup.
Getting a steady reading
Place the microphone close enough to hear a clear tone, without touching the instrument. Stop reference playback before listening through the microphone. A room echo, another player or a strong overtone can make the detected octave jump. Repeat a short, steady sound and compare by ear before making another adjustment.
Tips
- Match the note letter and the octave, not only the needle position.
- Use the pitch and stringing intended for your model; a chart for another size can imply a different register.
- Return to the same reference A when playing with other musicians.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to install an app?
No. The tuner works in a current browser with microphone permission. The audio is analyzed on your device and is not recorded or uploaded.
What does zero cents mean?
It means the measured pitch matches the selected reference. For a tradition with different intervals, use the intended cents offset and confirm the musical relationship by ear.
Why does the note or octave change?
The microphone can pick up an overtone or another sounding string. Isolate the note, reduce background sound and wait for a stable reading before changing the instrument.