Ab Augmented Guitar Chord (Abaug)
Ab Augmented (Abaug) is built from G#, B#, D##, which is the 1P - 3M - 5A formula measured from the root G#. This page shows 2 fingerings with fretboard diagrams.
Fingerings for Abaug
Notes in Abaug
- G#1P
- B#3M
- D##5A
How to play Abaug
Ab Augmented Guitar Chord (Abaug) is suspended and slightly surreal.
Beginner tip
The raised fifth is easy to miss — press firmly on the top note to bring it out.
Practice idea
Try it between the I and the IV chord for an unexpected lift.
Abaug FAQ
- What notes are in Ab Augmented?
- Ab Augmented (Abaug) contains G#, B#, D##. In interval terms that is 1P - 3M - 5A above the root G#.
- How do you play Abaug on guitar?
- The most common shape here is "Abaug": low E muted, A at fret 3, D at fret 2, G at fret 1, B at fret 1, high E muted.
- Is Abaug hard for beginners?
- It sits in the augmented family. The raised fifth is easy to miss — press firmly on the top note to bring it out.