Interactive Bass Scale Guide
B Melodic Minor Bass Scale
Explore the B Melodic 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--3--5--7--8---|
D|-1--3--4------------------|
A|--------------------------|
E|--------------------------|Scale Notes & Interval Formula
Notes: B - C# - D - E - F# - G# - A# (or B - Db - D - E - Gb - Ab - Bb)
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: Minor at its core, but smooth and harmonically modern.
Typical Use: Jazz minor harmony, altered dominant sounds, and fluid melodic movement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the B Melodic Minor bass scale?
The notes of the B Melodic Minor bass scale are: B - C# - D - E - F# - G# - A# (or with flats: B - Db - D - E - Gb - Ab - Bb). The degree formula is: 1 - 2 - ♭3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7.
What is the musical character and typical use of the Melodic Minor scale?
Minor at its core, but smooth and harmonically modern. Common musical uses: Jazz minor harmony, altered dominant sounds, and fluid melodic movement.
How do I practice the B Melodic 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.