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Chord Shapes

There are 3 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the G and B strings at the same time
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the D string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the A string

Position Characteristics

  • This position requires barre
  • This position is movable

Audio file

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Position 2

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the B string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the G string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the D string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the A string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 6 of the low E string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

Audio file

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Position 3

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Mute the A string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 10 of the high E string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 11 of the G string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 11 of the B string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 12 of the D string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

Audio file

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A# aug Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the A# augmented chord. This chord, also known as the A# aug chord, belongs to the Augmented Chords family. It is constructed from three distinct notes: A#, C##, and E##. These notes are the result of specific intervals, namely the 1st (root), 3rd (major third), and #5th (augmented fifth).

Understanding the theory behind these intervals is crucial in mastering the A# aug chord and other complex chords. If you're not familiar with these music intervals, you might want to check out this comprehensive tutorial about fretboard intervals and this tutorial on how to denote chords based on the intervals that compose them.

In this tutorial, we'll be providing detailed chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to help you visualize and understand the tones that compose the A# aug chord. If you're interested in learning how to build chords by stacking intervals, you can visit this tutorial that teaches how to build chords by stacking intervals.

Remember, mastering the A# aug chord, like any other chord, requires practice and patience. But with the help of our tutorials and your dedication, you'll be playing it smoothly in no time.

For those who are keen on exploring more advanced chords, you might find our tutorial about intermediate guitar chords useful. And if you're ever unsure of how to name a chord shape, our interactive tool to analyze chord shapes will come in handy.

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