G Augmented Guitar Chord Chart

Notes: G - B - D#

Formula: 1 - 3 - ♯5

Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Augmented 5th

Quick answer

The Gaug guitar chord is played as 3-2-1-0-0-3 from low E to high E and uses the notes G, B, D#.

Fret pattern
3-2-1-0-0-3
Chord notes
G, B, D#
Formula
1 - 3 - ♯5

Gaug

Standard

How to Play Gaug

  1. 1Place your index finger on fret 1 of the D string
  2. 2Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string
  3. 3Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the low E string
  4. 4Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the high E string
  5. 5Play the G, B strings open

About Augmented Chords

Built from two stacked major 3rds. Augmented chords sound mysterious and unresolved, common in jazz and Beatles-style progressions.

G Augmented Guitar Chord FAQ

What notes are in the G Augmented guitar chord?

The G Augmented guitar chord uses the notes G, B, D#.

How do you play Gaug on guitar?

Play the Gaug guitar chord with the 3-2-1-0-0-3 fret pattern from low E to high E. Place your index finger on fret 1 of the D string Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the low E string Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the high E string Play the G, B strings open

What is the formula for G Augmented?

The G Augmented formula is 1 - 3 - ♯5: Root, Major 3rd, Augmented 5th.

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