How do I go about tuning a 5 string bass?

Answer by  Carl0993 (107)

There are a lot of ways to Tune a 5 String Bass. The most common is BEADG. You could drop is down half step if you want a more bass sound, suitable for blues and jazz. For pop and rock though, You could configure it to go F#BEAD, which would have enough twang for the sound needed.

Answer by  Scott2436 (104)

The standard tuning order is this, from largest to smallest: B-E-A-D-G. Tune the strings in order, but you can start with the largest one or the smallest one.

Answer by  ginjenn (55)

You can tune a 5 string bass by either going online and searching for online bass tuner, going to a store and buying a tuner, or even by playing the notes on the piano. All of the above are easy ways to tune a 5 string bass.

Answer by  SteveO82 (109)

Five string basses are usually tuned (from the lowest string) B, E, A, D, G. Any music store will sell an inexpensive tuner or tuning fork.