If you want to strum all the strings while you play melodies it is important to get your strumbly in tune. There are quite a few ways to tune your Strumbly. Keep reading to learn a few.
The standard tuning used in the beginner songbook is DGD which plays in the Key of G.
1. Electronic Tuners - The easiest way to tune Strumbly is to use and electronic tuner. You can find these at just about any music store or you can buy one from us -
3. Relative Tuning - You can actually tune Strumbly to itself. This means that you don't need any external tuning refernce. We describe this process in our beginning songbook which you can download below. Or check out the short video and watch Matt use this method
I've tried to learn how to play many instruments - harmonica, banjo, bones, but the Strumbly is the only instrument I have successfully learned to play - literally in 10 minutes.
- Jim Harrison
The Strumbly Songbook, Vol. 1
