G Augmented Heptatonic Guitar Scale — Drop C
Guitar scale in Drop C tuning — fretboard diagram
G Augmented Heptatonic in Drop C — Notes and Intervals
The G Augmented Heptatonic scale is a seven-note expansion of the augmented scale. On Guitar, it contains the notes G, A#, B, C, D, D#, F#. It provides maximum chromatic tension and is an ideal tool for creating high-drama resolutions in minor-key compositions. Commonly used in Jazz, Classical, Film Scores. Notable players include Oliver Nelson, Wayne Shorter. Use over augmented and Maj7#5 chords in jazz. A dramatic coloring tool for resolutions.
Notes: G, A#, B, C, D, D#, F#
Intervals: 1P, 2A, 3M, 4P, 5P, 5A, 7M
Degrees: 1 #2 3 4 5 #6 7
Formula: WH-H-H-W-H-WH-H
Number of notes: 7
Tuning: Drop C (C-G-C-F-A-D)
About Drop C Tuning
Drop C tuning (C-G-C-F-A-D) drops every string one whole step below Drop D, delivering a massive, brutal low-end that has defined the sound of modern metalcore, post-hardcore, and nu-metal. The low C string provides earth-shaking power chords with a single finger while maintaining familiar Drop D shapes — just two frets lower.
From System of a Down's iconic riffs to Killswitch Engage's crushing breakdowns, Drop C has become the standard tuning for heavy music that needs to sound bigger than standard Drop D. It bridges the gap between standard guitar territory and the extended range of 7-string guitars, making it accessible to players who want heavier tones without buying a new instrument.
Notable artists: System of a Down, Killswitch Engage, Bullet for My Valentine, As I Lay Dying, August Burns Red
Best for: Modern metalcore breakdowns, heavy power chord riffs, nu-metal grooves, and aggressive rhythm playing
Explore This Scale in Other Tunings
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Standard Tuning
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Drop D
- G Augmented Heptatonic in DADGAD
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Open G
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Baritone (B Standard)
- G Augmented Heptatonic in 7-string
- G Augmented Heptatonic in 8-string
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Drop B
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Open D
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Half Step Down
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Open E
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Open A
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Double Drop D
- G Augmented Heptatonic in Open C