E Six Tone Symmetric Guitar Scale

Guitar scale in Open C tuning — fretboard diagram

E Six Tone Symmetric in Open C — Notes and Intervals

The E Six Tone Symmetric scale is a mathematical abstraction that divides the octave into six equal parts. On Guitar, its notes are E, F, G#, A, C, C#. It lacks a tonic or a home note, making it perfect for modern composers who want to avoid traditional keys and explore total tonal suspension. Commonly used in Contemporary Classical, Experimental, Avant-Garde. Notable players include Bela Bartok, Olivier Messiaen. Use for atonal or polytonal composition. Not chord-specific — this is a tool for breaking free of traditional harmony.

Notes: E, F, G#, A, C, C#

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

Degrees: 1 b2 3 4 #5 6

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

Number of notes: 6

Tuning: Open C (E-C-G-C-G-C)

Explore This Scale in Other Tunings

E Six Tone Symmetric in Standard Tuning
E Six Tone Symmetric in Drop D
E Six Tone Symmetric in DADGAD
E Six Tone Symmetric in Open G
E Six Tone Symmetric in Baritone (B Standard)
E Six Tone Symmetric in 7-string
E Six Tone Symmetric in 8-string
E Six Tone Symmetric in Drop C
E Six Tone Symmetric in Drop B
E Six Tone Symmetric in Open D
E Six Tone Symmetric in Half Step Down
E Six Tone Symmetric in Open E
E Six Tone Symmetric in Open A
E Six Tone Symmetric in Double Drop D

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