E♭ tuning
All six strings go down a semitone. The shapes stay the same, but everything sounds a half step lower. Guitarists like Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Slash used it a lot.
What it's for
- Playing songs recorded in this tuning without changing your shapes.
- Backing a singer who finds the song a little too high.
- Lower string tension and easier bends.
Alternative
If you'd rather not retune, the chords and tabs tool can lower the song a half step, although some shapes will change.
Frequently asked questions
Is it the same as D♯ tuning?
Yes, E♭ and D♯ are the same note; this tuning is usually called E♭.