Standard (CGDA) Tuning

Tune your cello to Standard (CGDA) — C2, G2, D3, A3

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About Standard (CGDA) Tuning

The standard cello tuning used by virtually all cellists. Strings are tuned in perfect fifths from low C2 to A3, providing the rich, deep range that defines the cello's voice in orchestral and solo repertoire.

String Notes

String 1
C2
String 2
G2
String 3
D3
String 4
A3

Other Cello Tunings

Bach Suite V (CGDAb)

C2 - G2 - D3 - Ab3

Whole Step Down (BbFCG)

Bb1 - F2 - C3 - G3

Half Step Down (BF#C#G#)

B1 - F#2 - C#3 - G#3

Open C (CGCG)

C2 - G2 - C3 - G3

Drop C (CGDC)

C2 - G2 - D3 - C3