Accessible Page: G+ Guitar Chord | Also known as G augmented chord

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Chord Shapes

There are 15 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 4 of the G and B strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the A string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 7 of the low E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the high E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 12 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 12 of the B string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 13 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 4

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 5

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 6

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 7

Fingers Positions

• Mute the G string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the low E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 8

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the D string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the high E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 9

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 8 of the G and B strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 9 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 10

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 8 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 9 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 11

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 12

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 12 of the G and B strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 13 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 13

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 12 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 13 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 14 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 14

Fingers Positions

• Mute the G string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 13 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 14 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 15 of the low E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 15

Fingers Positions

• Mute the G string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 9 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 10 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 11 of the low E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

G aug Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the G augmented (G aug) chord. This chord belongs to the family of Augmented Chords and is composed of the notes G, B, and D#. The unique sound of the G aug chord is created by the specific intervals that build this chord: 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), and #5 (Augmented Fifth).

To better understand the structure of this chord, it's useful to have a grasp of the music intervals on the fretboard. You'll find that the G aug chord is built by stacking these specific intervals. If you're new to this concept, our guitar music theory tutorial can provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how chords are built by stacking intervals.

Learning the G aug chord can be a significant step up from basic chords, making it an interesting addition to your repertoire. It can add a new dimension to your music, especially when used in jazz chord progressions.

In this tutorial, we will provide you with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that show the tones composing the G aug chord. If you're interested in further exploring different chord types, feel free to check out our full tutorial about guitar chords of all types.

Remember, understanding the construction and sound of various chords, including the G aug, is a crucial part of becoming a versatile guitarist. So let's dive in and learn how to play the G aug chord!

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