G Lydian Augmented Guitar Scale
Guitar scale in Half Step Down tuning — fretboard diagram
G Lydian Augmented in Half Step Down — Notes and Intervals
The G Lydian Augmented scale is a majestic and highly dissonant scale used over major-augmented chords. On Guitar, it contains the notes G, A, B, C#, D#, E, F#. Its sharp fourth and fifth degrees create a powerful, otherworldly sound that is often used in epic cinematic scores and advanced jazz fusion. Commonly used in Film Scores, Jazz, Fusion, Progressive. Notable players include John Williams, Wayne Shorter, Joe Satriani. Use over Maj7#5, Maj7#11 chords. Perfect for epic, cinematic moments that need to feel larger than life.
Notes: G, A, B, C#, D#, E, F#
Intervals: 1P, 2M, 3M, 4A, 5A, 6M, 7M
Degrees: 1 2 3 #4 #5 6 7
Formula: W-W-W-W-H-W-H
Number of notes: 7
Tuning: Half Step Down (Eb-Ab-Db-Gb-Bb-Eb)
About Half Step Down Tuning
Eb Standard tuning lowers every string by one half step (Eb-Ab-Db-Gb-Bb-Eb), producing a slightly darker, heavier tone while keeping all standard chord shapes and scale patterns intact. This tuning has been the default for some of the greatest guitarists in rock and blues history, including Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Slash.
The half-step drop reduces string tension, making bending easier and giving a warmer, slightly thicker tone. For vocalists, the lower pitch can make singing more comfortable. Jimi Hendrix tuned to Eb on virtually all of his recordings — from 'Voodoo Child (Slight Return)' to 'Little Wing'. Stevie Ray Vaughan paired Eb tuning with very heavy strings to create his legendary thick tone on classics like 'Pride and Joy' and 'Texas Flood'. Slash used Eb for most Guns N' Roses recordings including 'Sweet Child O' Mine' and 'November Rain'. Alice in Chains also recorded extensively in Eb Standard.
Notable artists: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Slash (Guns N' Roses), Alice in Chains, Nirvana
Best for: Blues-rock, classic rock, and any style where you want easier bending, slightly darker tone, and full compatibility with standard tuning shapes
Musical Character
The #4 and #5 together create a sound of immense power and alien grandeur — like Lydian but pushed even further into the unknown.
Explore This Scale in Other Tunings
- G Lydian Augmented in Standard Tuning
- G Lydian Augmented in Drop D
- G Lydian Augmented in DADGAD
- G Lydian Augmented in Open G
- G Lydian Augmented in Baritone (B Standard)
- G Lydian Augmented in 7-string
- G Lydian Augmented in 8-string
- G Lydian Augmented in Drop C
- G Lydian Augmented in Drop B
- G Lydian Augmented in Open D
- G Lydian Augmented in Open E
- G Lydian Augmented in Open A
- G Lydian Augmented in Double Drop D
- G Lydian Augmented in Open C