Abaug guitar chord
The Abaug chord (Ab augmented) is built from the notes Ab, C and E, formula 1–3–#5.
- Notes
- Ab C E
- Type
- augmented
- Level
- Barre chord
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xxx110How to play Abaug
The easiest Abaug shape is xxx110, starting around fret 1. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Unsettled and dreamy. Raising the fifth makes it lean toward the next chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Abaug chord?
Abaug contains Ab, C and E. Its formula is 1–3–#5.
Is Abaug hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xxx110.