If you're playing a 4-string bass, tune the open strings to E, A, D, G
E
A
D
G
If you're playing a 5-string bass, tune the open strings to B, E, A, D, G
B
E
A
D
G
If you're playing a 6-string bass, tune the open strings to B, E, A, D, G, C
B
E
A
D
G
C
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