How to Tune Your Guitar Using Mobile Apps! 🎸 (& NEVER Break Another String Again!) Guitar Tuna Demo

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7 min, 53 sec

Ellen demonstrates how to tune a guitar using the Guitar Tuna app, including manual and auto modes, and provides other tuning resources.

Summary

  • Ellen introduces the Guitar Tuna app as a tool for tuning guitars, applicable to other tuning apps as well.
  • Steps include selecting the guitar type, allowing microphone access, and choosing between manual and auto tuning modes.
  • Manual tuning involves matching each string to the tone played by the app and adjusting the string's pitch accordingly.
  • Auto tuning mode quickly tunes each string but requires the guitar to be relatively in tune to avoid errors.
  • Ellen advises checking the tuning multiple times and offers additional tuning resources for viewers.

Chapter 1

Introduction to Guitar Tuna

0:00 - 23 sec

Ellen introduces herself and the Guitar Tuna app for tuning guitars.

Ellen introduces herself and the Guitar Tuna app for tuning guitars.

  • Ellen makes guitar tutorials on YouTube.
  • She offers a demonstration of tuning a guitar using the Guitar Tuna app.
  • Ellen mentions other tuning methods available in her playlist.

Chapter 2

Setting Up the Guitar Tuna App

0:23 - 30 sec

Ellen guides through the initial setup of the Guitar Tuna app.

Ellen guides through the initial setup of the Guitar Tuna app.

  • Upon opening Guitar Tuna, select the instrument type and allow microphone access.
  • Choose the guitar type that matches your instrument for accurate tuning guidance.
  • Ellen dismisses any premium membership offers, emphasizing the free service.

Chapter 3

Understanding the App's Interface

0:53 - 47 sec

Ellen explains the interface of the Guitar Tuna app and its features.

Ellen explains the interface of the Guitar Tuna app and its features.

  • The app provides different headstock visuals for 3x3 or 6 in-line tuning peg arrangements.
  • Users can toggle auto mode for tuning, which should be used carefully based on the guitar's tuning status.
  • Ellen emphasizes the importance of turning off auto mode if the guitar is significantly out of tune.

Chapter 4

Manual Tuning Process

1:40 - 1 min, 0 sec

Ellen demonstrates the manual tuning process using the Guitar Tuna app.

Ellen demonstrates the manual tuning process using the Guitar Tuna app.

  • Manual tuning involves matching string pitches to tones played by the app.
  • Visual indicators guide users on whether to tune up (flat) or down (sharp).
  • Ellen tunes the low E and A strings manually, showing how to adjust tuning pegs slowly to avoid string damage.

Chapter 5

Auto Tuning Process

2:40 - 1 min, 0 sec

Ellen illustrates the auto tuning mode and provides crucial tips for its use.

Ellen illustrates the auto tuning mode and provides crucial tips for its use.

  • Auto mode guesses the note being tuned and is faster but requires the guitar to be nearly in tune.
  • Ellen cautions against using auto mode for significantly out-of-tune guitars to prevent string damage.
  • She completes the tuning of the remaining strings in auto mode, ensuring each is highlighted correctly in the app.

Chapter 6

Finalizing the Tuning

3:40 - 56 sec

Ellen finalizes the tuning process and offers additional tips for maintaining tuning.

Ellen finalizes the tuning process and offers additional tips for maintaining tuning.

  • After tuning all strings, a recheck may be necessary as adjusting one string can affect the others.
  • Green indicators on the app confirm correct tuning for each string.
  • Ellen reminds users to cycle back through the strings to ensure complete and accurate tuning.

Chapter 7

Conclusion and Additional Resources

4:36 - 3 min, 14 sec

Ellen concludes the tutorial and directs viewers to additional learning resources.

Ellen concludes the tutorial and directs viewers to additional learning resources.

  • Ellen celebrates the successful tuning of the guitar.
  • She directs new guitar players to her free beginner series on YouTube.
  • Ellen offers to answer further tuning questions and suggests checking out her other tuning method playlist.