An All Purpose Reference For Navigating Your Fretboard

The guitar fretboard is a daunting place, but with the right tools and knowledge, you can master it in no time. This comprehensive guide will provide you with everything you need to know about the fretboard, from the basics to the most advanced techniques.

The Basics

The guitar fretboard is divided into 12 frets, each of which represents a different note. The notes are arranged in a repeating pattern of 12 notes, called the chromatic scale. The chromatic scale is as follows:

7-String Guitar: An All-Purpose Reference for Navigating Your Fretboard

by Michael Möhring

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• C
• C#
• D
• D#
• E
• F
• F#
• G
• G#
• A
• A#
• B

The notes on the fretboard are arranged in a specific way. The lowest note is on the 6th string, 1st fret. The highest note is on the 1st string, 12th fret. The notes in between are arranged in a repeating pattern of 12 notes, called the chromatic scale.

The fretboard is also divided into five different positions. Each position is a different way of playing the same notes on the fretboard. The five positions are:

1. First position
2. Second position
3. Third position
4. Fourth position
5. Fifth position

Each position has its own advantages and disadvantages. First position is the easiest to learn, but it is also the most limited. Fifth position is the most difficult to learn, but it is also the most versatile.

Scales

Scales are a series of notes that are played in a specific order. Scales are used to create melodies, solos, and chords. There are many different scales that you can learn, but some of the most common scales include:

• Major scale
• Minor scale
• Pentatonic scale
• Blues scale

Each scale has its own unique sound and feel. The major scale is a bright and happy scale, while the minor scale is a dark and sad scale. The pentatonic scale is a simple and easy-to-play scale, while the blues scale is a more complex and expressive scale.

Chords

Chords are a group of notes that are played together. Chords are used to create harmony and accompaniment. There are many different chords that you can learn, but some of the most common chords include:

• Major chord
• Minor chord
• 7th chord
• 9th chord
• 11th chord

Each chord has its own unique sound and feel. Major chords are bright and happy, while minor chords are dark and sad. 7th chords are more complex and sophisticated than major and minor chords. 9th, 11th, and 13th chords are even more complex and sophisticated.

Arpeggios

Arpeggios are a type of chord that is played one note at a time. Arpeggios are used to create a more delicate and flowing sound than chords. There are many different arpeggios that you can learn, but some of the most common arpeggios include:

• Major arpeggio
• Minor arpeggio
• 7th arpeggio
• 9th arpeggio
• 11th arpeggio

Each arpeggio has its own unique sound and feel. Major arpeggios are bright and happy, while minor arpeggios are dark and sad. 7th arpeggios are more complex and sophisticated than major and minor arpeggios. 9th, 11th, and 13th arpeggios are even more complex and sophisticated.

Modes

Modes are a set of scales that are based on a particular note. Modes are used to create different moods and atmospheres. There are seven different modes, each of which has its own unique sound and feel. The seven modes are:

• Ionian mode
• Dorian mode
• Phrygian mode
• Lydian mode
• Mixolydian mode
• Aeolian mode
• Locrian mode

Each mode has its own unique sound and feel. Ionian mode is a bright and happy mode, while Dorian mode is a dark and minor mode. Phrygian mode is a mysterious and exotic mode, while Lydian mode is a bright and airy mode. Mixolydian mode is a funky and bluesy mode, while Aeolian mode is a dark and sad mode. Locrian mode is a dark and mysterious mode.

Intervals

Intervals are the distance between two notes. Intervals are used to create melodies, solos, and chords. There are many different intervals, but some of the most common intervals include:

• Unison
• Minor second
• Major second
• Minor third
• Major third
• Perfect fourth
• Augmented fourth
• Perfect fifth
• Minor sixth
• Major sixth
• Minor seventh
• Major seventh
• Octave

Each interval has its own unique sound and feel. Unisons are two notes that are the same pitch. Minor seconds are two notes that are very close together. Major seconds are two notes that are a little further apart than minor seconds. Minor thirds are two notes that are

7-String Guitar: An All-Purpose Reference for Navigating Your Fretboard

by Michael Möhring

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	10908 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	96 pages
Paperback	:	178 pages
Item Weight	:	11.5 ounces
Dimensions	:	6.85 x 0.4 x 9.7 inches

FREE