Gaug guitar chord
The Gaug chord (G augmented) is built from the notes G, B and D#, formula 1–3–#5.
- Notes
- G B D#
- Type
- augmented
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 4
321003How to play Gaug
The easiest Gaug shape is 321003, 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 Gaug chord?
Gaug contains G, B and D#. Its formula is 1–3–#5.
Is Gaug hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 321003.