A#/Bbaug guitar chord (A#/Bb Augmented)

Symbols: aug, "+"

Steps: 1-3-#5

Notes: A#-D-F#

The A#/Bb augmented chord stands out with its striking and unresolved quality. Constructed from the notes A#, D and F# (root, major third, and augmented fifth), it introduces a unique tension that’s ideal for adding drama or unexpected shifts in your music. Below, you'll find five variations how to play the "A#/Bb aug" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Place your index finger on the E (1st) string at the 2nd fret and press down
With your ring finger, press down on the B (2nd) string at the 3rd fret
Press the G (3rd) string on the 3rd fret with your middle finger
Position your pinky on the D (4th) string at the 4th fret and press down
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 2

Place a barre using your index finger on the 3rd fret from the 2nd to the 3rd strings
Place your middle finger on the D (4th) string at the 4th fret and press down
Press the A (5th) string on the 5th fret with your ring finger
Stretch out your pinky to the 6th fret of the low E (6th) string and press down
Now, strum all the strings up to the 2nd string

Variation 3

Place your index finger on the E (1st) string at the 6th fret and press down
With your ring finger, press down on the B (2nd) string at the 7th fret
Press the G (3rd) string on the 7th fret with your middle finger
Position your pinky on the D (4th) string at the 8th fret and press down
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 4

Place your index finger on the E (1st) string at the 10th fret and press down
With your ring finger, press down on the B (2nd) string at the 11th fret
Press the G (3rd) string on the 11th fret with your middle finger
Position your pinky on the D (4th) string at the 12th fret and press down
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 5

Use your middle finger to press the B (2nd) string down on the 11th fret
Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 11th fret using your index finger
Place your ring finger on the D (4th) string at the 12th fret and press down
Press the A (5th) string on the 13th fret with your pinky
Strum from the 5th string to the 2nd strings

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