B Augmented Guitar Chord (Baug)
B Augmented (Baug) is built from B, D#, F##, which is the 1P - 3M - 5A formula measured from the root B. This page shows 3 fingerings with fretboard diagrams.
Fingerings for Baug
Notes in Baug
- B1P
- D#3M
- F##5A
How to play Baug
B Augmented Guitar Chord (Baug) 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.
Baug FAQ
- What notes are in B Augmented?
- B Augmented (Baug) contains B, D#, F##. In interval terms that is 1P - 3M - 5A above the root B.
- How do you play Baug on guitar?
- The most common shape here is "Baug": low E muted, A at fret 2, D at fret 1, G open, B open, high E muted.
- Is Baug 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.