Double Bass tuning
Double Bass Solo tuning (F♯ B E A) Tuning
Every string raised a whole step with thinner solo strings, for a brilliant concerto sound.
String pitches & frequencies
| String | Note | Frequency | MIDI | Interval to next | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | F♯1 | 46.25 Hz | 30 | perfect fourth | |
| 3 | B1 | 61.74 Hz | 35 | perfect fourth | |
| 2 | E2 | 82.41 Hz | 40 | perfect fourth | |
| 1 | A2 | 110.00 Hz | 45 | — |
Strings listed from lowest to highest. Frequencies at A4 = 440 Hz, equal temperament.
How to tune to Solo tuning (F♯ B E A)
- Open the chromatic tuner (or play each reference tone above).
- Start from the lowest string and tune each one to F♯1, B1, E2, A2.
- Tune up to each pitch: if you overshoot, drop below and come back up so the string settles.
- Check every string once more — changing the tension of one string slightly pulls the others.
Frequently asked questions
What are the notes of Solo tuning (F♯ B E A) tuning?
F♯1 (46.25 Hz), B1 (61.74 Hz), E2 (82.41 Hz), A2 (110.00 Hz).
How do I tune a double bass to Solo tuning (F♯ B E A)?
Tune each string to the pitches above with a chromatic tuner, starting from the lowest string; then re-check, because changing one string's tension slightly detunes the others.