Guitar Tablature to Standard Notation Converter

Enter guitar tablature below. This tool will convert the fret numbers on each string into standard musical notes (e.g., E4, G3).
Please use standard 6-string guitar tuning (E-A-D-G-B-e) and include string labels (e.g., `e|`, `B|`). Only numbers (frets) and dashes (`-`) are processed. Other characters will be ignored.

Example: e|--0-1-2----------| B|--------0-1-2----| G|-----------------| D|-----------------| A|-----------------| E|-----------------|

Converted Notes:

Notes will appear here.

Important Notes & Limitations:

  • Simplified Conversion: This tool converts fret-string combinations to individual notes and octaves (e.g., "E4"). It does **not** interpret rhythm, duration, or complex musical symbols found in full standard notation.
  • Standard Tuning (EADGBe): Assumes standard 6-string guitar tuning. Conversions for other tunings will be inaccurate.
  • String Labels Required: Each line of tablature should ideally start with its string label (e.g., `e|`, `B|`, `G|`, `D|`, `A|`, `E|`). If labels are missing, the order of input lines will be assumed for standard tuning from top (high e) to bottom (low E).
  • Basic Parsing: Only numeric fret values and hyphens are processed. Other characters (like 'p' for pull-off, 'h' for hammer-on, 'b' for bend, '/' for slide) are ignored.
  • Open Strings: '0' represents an open string.

This tool is a basic aid for understanding note relationships in tablature, not a full musical transcription service. For precise musical notation, specialized software is recommended.

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