Interactive Bass Scale Guide
Ab Mixolydian Bass Scale
Explore the Ab Mixolydian on 4, 5, and 6-string bass fretboards with interactive looper, note charts, TAB, and metronome practice.
4-String Bass TAB & Notation
Copy this 1-octave ASCII TAB chart or follow along with the looper above:
G|-------------0--2--3--5---|
D|----0--2--3---------------|
A|-3------------------------|
E|--------------------------|Scale Notes & Interval Formula
Notes: G# - A# - C - C# - D# - F - F# (or Ab - Bb - C - Db - Eb - F - Gb)
Diatonic Chords in this Scale
Chords and arpeggios built on each degree of this scale:
Interactive Fretboard Chart
Golden badges indicate the root note; purple badges mark active scale degrees.
Musical Character & Application
Character: Major with a relaxed, dominant pull.
Typical Use: Dominant-seven chords, rock, blues, funk, and one-chord jams.
Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the Ab Mixolydian bass scale?
The notes of the Ab Mixolydian bass scale are: G# - A# - C - C# - D# - F - F# (or with flats: Ab - Bb - C - Db - Eb - F - Gb). The degree formula is: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - ♭7.
What is the musical character and typical use of the Mixolydian scale?
Major with a relaxed, dominant pull. Common musical uses: Dominant-seven chords, rock, blues, funk, and one-chord jams.
How do I practice the Ab Mixolydian on 4, 5, and 6-string bass?
Use Basnote's interactive fretboard to switch between 4-string (EADG), 5-string (BEADG), and 6-string (BEADGC) charts, hear real-time audio playback, and follow animated bass TAB with adaptive tempos.