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How to tune a fiddle online

Press "Tap to tune" and allow microphone access. Bow one open string with a steady stroke. The tuner shows the note and whether you are flat or sharp. Adjust with fine tuners or pegs, then bow again. Tune all four strings, then do a second pass to confirm.
How to tune a fiddle online using the GuitarTuna tuner

Standard fiddle tuning and target notes

The standard fiddle tuning is G D A E, the same as a violin. Use the note list as your target and bow one string at a time for a clear reading.
Switching string counts and tuning targets for fiddle

Tips for tuning your fiddle

Fiddle tuning is the same as violin, but alternate tunings are common in folk styles. Bow each string steadily and let the tuner settle. Use fine tuners for small adjustments. If using an alternate tuning, select it from the tuning picker.
Tips for accurate and consistent fiddle tuning