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Interactive Bass Scale Guide

G Mixolydian Bass Scale

Explore the G 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|----------------1--2--4---|
D|-------1--2--4------------|
A|-2--4---------------------|
E|--------------------------|

Scale Notes & Interval Formula

Notes: G - A - B - C - D - E - F

1
G
Step: W
2
A
Step: W
3
B
Step: H
4
C
Step: W
5
D
Step: W
6
E
Step: H
♭7
F
Step: W

Diatonic Chords in this Scale

Chords and arpeggios built on each degree of this scale:

Interactive Fretboard Chart

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Golden badges indicate the root note; purple badges mark active scale degrees.

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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
G
G
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
D
D
E
F
G
A
B
C
D
A
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
A
E
E
F
G
A
B
C
D
E

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 G Mixolydian bass scale?

The notes of the G Mixolydian bass scale are: G - A - B - C - D - E - F. 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 G 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.