C augmented guitar chord (Caug)
An augmented chord stacks two major thirds, with an augmented fifth. Strange and floating, it often works as a transition between two chords.
Positions and fingerings
Position 1 open position
Position 2 fret 3
Position 3 fret 8
Position 4 fret 10
× muted string · o open string · numbers: fingers (1 index, 2 middle, 3 ring, 4 pinky)
Chord notes
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| C | root |
| E | major third |
| G♯ (G sharp) | augmented fifth |
Formula: 1 – 3 – #5 · C – E – G♯
A progression with this chord
The augmented chord connects the major chord to the chord built on the fourth.