F Six Tone Symmetric Guitar Scale
Guitar scale in Open D tuning — fretboard diagram
TuningOpen D (DADF#AD)
Frets22
F Six Tone Symmetric in Open D — Notes and Intervals
The F Six Tone Symmetric scale is a mathematical abstraction that divides the octave into six equal parts. On Guitar, its notes are F, Gb, A, Bb, C#, D. 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: F, Gb, A, Bb, C#, D
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 D (D-A-F#-D-A-D)
Explore This Scale in Other Tunings
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Standard Tuning
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Drop D
- F Six Tone Symmetric in DADGAD
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Open G
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Baritone (B Standard)
- F Six Tone Symmetric in 7-string
- F Six Tone Symmetric in 8-string
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Drop C
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Drop B
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Half Step Down
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Open E
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Open A
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Double Drop D
- F Six Tone Symmetric in Open C