D Double Harmonic Lydian Guitar Scale

Guitar scale in 8-string tuning — fretboard diagram

D double harmonic lydian scale — 8-string guitar fretboard diagramInteractive fretboard diagram showing the D double harmonic lydian scale on 8-string guitar with 24 frets. Notes: F#, G#, A, A#, C#, D, D#.F#G#AA#C#DD#F#G#AA#C#DD#C#DD#F#G#AA#C#DD#F#G#AA#G#AA#C#DD#F#G#AA#C#DD#F#DD#F#G#AA#C#DD#F#G#AA#C#DAA#C#DD#F#G#AA#C#DD#F#G#AF#G#AA#C#DD#F#G#AA#C#DD#C#DD#F#G#AA#C#DD#F#G#AA#F#G#AA#C#DD#F#G#AA#C#DD#F#135791112131517192123

D Double Harmonic Lydian in 8-string — Notes and Intervals

The D Double Harmonic Lydian scale is a majestic variation that combines Byzantine exoticism with the brightness of the Lydian mode. On Guitar, its notes are D, Eb, F#, G#, A, Bb, C#. It creates a powerful, otherworldly sound that is perfect for epic fantasy or sci-fi scores. Commonly used in Film Scores, Fantasy, Progressive Metal. Notable players include Hans Zimmer, Opeth. Use over Maj7#11 chords in epic, fantasy-themed compositions. A specialized cinematic color.

Notes: D, Eb, F#, G#, A, Bb, C#

Intervals: 1P, 2m, 3M, 4A, 5P, 6m, 7M

Degrees: 1 b2 3 #4 5 b6 7

Formula: H-WH-W-H-H-WH-H

Number of notes: 7

Tuning: 8-string (E-B-G-D-A-E-B-F#)

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