Eaug guitar chord
The Eaug chord (E augmented) is built from the notes E, G# and B#, formula 1–3–#5.
- Notes
- E G# B#
- Type
- augmented
- Level
- Barre chord
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xx2110How to play Eaug
The easiest Eaug shape is xx2110, 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 Eaug chord?
Eaug contains E, G# and B#. Its formula is 1–3–#5.
Is Eaug hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx2110.