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A♭ augmented chord
The A♭aug chord (augmented) is made of the notes A♭, C, E. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 ♯5.
A♭aug
Triads · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A♭ | Unison |
| 3 | C | Major third |
| ♯5 | E | Augmented fifth |
Inversions
- A♭augA♭ C ERoot position
- A♭aug/CC E A♭First inversion
- A♭aug/EE A♭ CSecond inversion
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the A♭aug chord?
- The notes are A♭, C, E.
- What is the formula of the A♭aug chord?
- The formula is 1 3 ♯5: major third, augmented fifth.
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