G# Double Harmonic Lydian Guitar Scale
Guitar scale in Drop C tuning — fretboard diagram
TuningDrop C (CGCFAD)
Frets22
G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Drop C — Notes and Intervals
The G# Double Harmonic Lydian scale is a majestic variation that combines Byzantine exoticism with the brightness of the Lydian mode. On Guitar, its notes are G#, A, C, D, D#, E, G. 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: G#, A, C, D, D#, E, G
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: Drop C (D-A-F-C-G-C)
Explore This Scale in Other Tunings
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Standard Tuning
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Drop D
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in DADGAD
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Open G
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Baritone (B Standard)
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in 7-string
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in 8-string
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Drop B
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Open D
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Half Step Down
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Open E
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Open A
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Double Drop D
- G# Double Harmonic Lydian in Open C