Cross Tuning (GDAD) Tuning

Tune your mandolin to Cross Tuning (GDAD) — G3, D4, A4, D5

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About Cross Tuning (GDAD) Tuning

Also known as sawmill or calico tuning with the high string dropped to D. Very popular in Celtic and Irish mandolin playing. The two D strings create a rich drone effect that's perfect for jigs and reels.

String Notes

Course 1
G3
Course 2
D4
Course 3
A4
Course 4
D5

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