Interactive Bass Scale Guide
A Harmonic Minor Bass Scale
Explore the A Harmonic Minor 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|-------------1--2--5--6---|
D|----1--2--4---------------|
A|-4------------------------|
E|--------------------------|Scale Notes & Interval Formula
Notes: A - B - C - D - E - F - G# (or A - B - C - D - E - F - Ab)
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: Tense and dramatic, with a strong leading tone.
Typical Use: Minor-key dominant resolution, metal, classical lines, and Latin harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the A Harmonic Minor bass scale?
The notes of the A Harmonic Minor bass scale are: A - B - C - D - E - F - G# (or with flats: A - B - C - D - E - F - Ab). The degree formula is: 1 - 2 - ♭3 - 4 - 5 - ♭6 - 7.
What is the musical character and typical use of the Harmonic Minor scale?
Tense and dramatic, with a strong leading tone. Common musical uses: Minor-key dominant resolution, metal, classical lines, and Latin harmony.
How do I practice the A Harmonic Minor 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.