Russian domra tuner: 3 and 4 strings
The Russian domra differs from the Kazakh dombra. Select the size and string count: three-string prima E4 A4 D5, alto E3 A3 D4 or bass E2 A2 D3; four-string prima G3 D4 A4 E5 or alto/tenor C3 G3 D4 A4.
Open notes and frequencies
Russian domra tuner: 3 and 4 strings: Sounding targets · Standard prima, 3 strings · A4 = 440 Hz.
| String / course | Note | Hz |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | E4 | 329.63 |
| 2 | A4 | 440.00 |
| 1 | D5 | 587.33 |
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
The three-string family uses fourths and the four-string family uses fifths. The existing piccolo option is B4 E5 A5; choose it only for the matching small instrument and strings. Read from the last-numbered, lower string to the first. A size name on its own does not determine the string count, so inspect the instrument before selecting a chart. Damp the other strings while plucking and check octaves carefully when moving between prima, alto and bass models.
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.