Accessible Page: How to Play G#aug Chord on Guitar | G# Augmented Fifth
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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 5 of the G and B strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the D string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 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 5 of the G string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the D string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the A string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 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 12 of the high E string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 13 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 13 of the B string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 14 of the D string
Position Characteristics
- This position is movable
Audio file
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G# aug Description
Welcome to our tutorial on the G# aug chord, an intriguing member of the Augmented Chords family. This chord, played on the guitar, carries a unique, slightly dissonant sound that can add a layer of complexity to your music.
The G# aug chord is composed of three distinct notes: G#, B#, and D##. These notes are built from specific intervals, namely the 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), and #5 (Augmented Fifth). Understanding these intervals is key to mastering the chord, and you can learn more about them in our tutorial about fretboard intervals.
The chord's unique structure is a result of stacking these intervals in a specific manner. If you're interested in the theory behind this, we recommend checking out our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals. This will not only help you understand the G# aug chord better but also assist you in learning and creating other chords.
Once you've understood the theory, it's time to get hands-on. We'll be providing chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to help you visualize and play the G# aug chord. If you're unsure how to interpret these diagrams, our tutorial on chord notation is a great resource.
Remember, mastering the G# aug chord takes practice. So, pick up your guitar, dive into the tutorial, and start adding a new dimension to your music today!
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