G Augmented Guitar Scale — DADGAD
Guitar scale in DADGAD tuning — fretboard diagram
G Augmented in DADGAD — Notes and Intervals
The G Augmented scale is a symmetrical six-note scale that sounds suspended and dreamlike. On Guitar, it contains the notes G, A#, B, D, D#, F#. Built from interlocking augmented triads, it creates a sense of high harmonic tension and is often used in jazz and film music to depict surreal states of mind. Commonly used in Jazz, Film Scores, Impressionist, Experimental. Notable players include John Coltrane, Wayne Shorter, Oliver Nelson. Use over augmented triads, Maj7#5 chords. Creates a high-tension, surreal quality ideal for jazz and cinematic transitions.
Notes: G, A#, B, D, D#, F#
Intervals: 1P, 2A, 3M, 5P, 5A, 7M
Degrees: 1 #2 3 4 #5 6
Formula: WH-H-WH-H-WH-H
Number of notes: 6
Tuning: DADGAD (D-A-D-G-A-D)
About DADGAD Tuning
DADGAD tuning creates an open Dsus4 chord when strummed open, producing a hauntingly beautiful, droning sound that has become synonymous with Celtic folk music and modern acoustic songwriting. The tuning's natural resonance and overtones make even simple fingerpicking patterns sound rich and complex.
Popularized by Davey Graham in the 1960s and later championed by Pierre Bensusan and Jimmy Page, DADGAD has become one of the most beloved alternate tunings for acoustic guitarists. Its suspended quality — neither clearly major nor minor — creates an ethereal, meditative atmosphere that invites exploration. The tuning excels at creating drone-based arrangements where open strings ring against fretted notes.
Notable artists: Pierre Bensusan, Jimmy Page, Andy McKee, Davey Graham, Laurence Juber
Best for: Celtic folk, acoustic songwriting, drone-based fingerpicking, and meditative compositions
Explore This Scale in Other Tunings
- G Augmented in Standard Tuning
- G Augmented in Drop D
- G Augmented in Open G
- G Augmented in Baritone (B Standard)
- G Augmented in 7-string
- G Augmented in 8-string
- G Augmented in Drop C
- G Augmented in Drop B
- G Augmented in Open D
- G Augmented in Half Step Down
- G Augmented in Open E
- G Augmented in Open A
- G Augmented in Double Drop D
- G Augmented in Open C