What is drop c tuning?

Drop C tuning is a method of tuning a guitar's strings to achieve a lower pitch. In drop C tuning, the guitar's strings are tuned to the following notes from lowest to highest: C-G-C-F-A-D. This means that the guitar is tuned down two whole steps from standard tuning (EADGBE).

Drop C tuning is popular among heavy metal, hardcore, and alternative rock musicians for its heavier, lower sound. It allows for easier power chords and heavy riffs with a darker, more aggressive tone. Many bands, such as Slipknot, Bullet for My Valentine, and Avenged Sevenfold, use drop C tuning in their music.

To tune a guitar to drop C, you can either use an electronic tuner or tune by ear. You can start by lowering the low E string down to a C note, and then tune the rest of the strings accordingly. It is important to adjust the tension of the strings and make sure they are properly tuned to avoid damaging the guitar.