F#aug Übermäßig Akkord

A major triad with a raised fifth. Creates a mysterious, unsettled sound.

F#aug Akkord — Quick Answer & Harmonic Definition

The F#aug (Augmented) chord consists of the notes F#, A#, D. It is constructed from the root note F# using the augmented interval formula (0–4–8 semitones).

Formula: 0 – 4 – 8
Notes
F# – A# – D
Intervals (semitones)
0 – 4 – 8
Type
Triad

F#aug on Piano

Press highlighted keys simultaneously to play the F#aug chord.

R
F# (Root (R))
2
A# (Major 3rd)
3
D (Augmented 5th (♯5))

F#aug on Guitar

The F#aug chord uses notes F#, A#, D. Build a voicing by finding these notes on any strings — root on the 6th string is a common starting point for barre chord shapes.

Interval Analysis

Degree Interval Name Semitones Note in F#
Root Root (R) 0 F#
3rd Major 3rd 4 A#
5th Augmented 5th (♯5) 8 D

About the F# Übermäßig Chord

The F#aug chord (F# Übermäßig) consists of 3 notes: F#, A#, D. A major triad with a raised fifth. Creates a mysterious, unsettled sound.

To build any augmented chord, apply intervals of 0, 4, 8 semitones above the root. Starting from F#: the notes land on F#, A#, D.

Playing F#aug on Piano

Press F#, A#, D simultaneously. In root position, F# is lowest. First inversion places A# in the bass for a lighter sound; second inversion uses D as the bass note.

Common Chord Progressions Using F#aug

  • I–IV–V: F#aug – Baug – C#aug (blues and rock)
  • I–V–vi–IV: F#aug – C# – D#m – B (pop staple)
  • I–vi–IV–V: F#aug – D#m – B – C# (50s progression)

The F#aug Chord in Context

The F#aug (Übermäßig) chord features a distinctive a major triad with a raised fifth. creates a mysterious, unsettled sound. built from the intervals 0–4–8. It provides rich harmonic color and tension across pop, jazz, classical, and contemporary compositions.

Other F# Chords

F#
Major
F#m
Minor
F#7
Dominant 7th
F#maj7
Major 7th
F#m7
Minor 7th
F#dim
Diminished

Übermäßig Chord in All 12 Keys

Caug C#aug Daug D#aug Eaug Faug F#aug Gaug G#aug Aaug A#aug Baug
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Knowledge Base & FAQs

F#aug Chord — Frequently Asked Questions

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What notes are in the F#aug chord?

The F# Übermäßig chord contains: F#, A#, D.

These notes are derived by applying the augmented interval formula (0–4–8 semitones) to the root note F#.

What is the F#aug chord used for?

A major triad with a raised fifth.

Creates a mysterious, unsettled sound. The F#aug chord is used across pop, rock, jazz, and classical music. As the I chord in the key of F# major, it functions as the most stable resting point in progressions.

How do you play F#aug on piano?

On piano, play F#, A#, D simultaneously.

In root position, F# is the lowest note. Inversions move the bass note up — first inversion has A# lowest, second inversion has D lowest.

How many notes are in a augmented chord?

A augmented chord has 3 notes: F#, A#, D (in F#).

It is a triad — the most fundamental chord type.

What is the difference between F# major and F# minor?

The F# major chord (F#–A#–C#) uses a major third (4 semitones), giving it a bright, happy sound.

The F# minor chord (F#–A–C#) uses a minor third (3 semitones), giving it a darker, emotional sound.

What key does F#aug belong to?

F#aug naturally serves as the I chord in the key of F# major.

It also appears as IV in the key of C# major, and as V in the key of B major.

Can I play F#aug on ukulele?

Yes.

The ukulele uses GCEA tuning with 4 strings. The F#aug chord notes (F#, A#, D) can be fretted on a ukulele, though the shapes differ from guitar due to the 4-string layout and shorter scale.

What chords go well with F#aug?

In the key of F# major, F#aug pairs naturally with B major (IV), C# major (V), and D#m (vi).

The classic I–IV–V (F#aug–B–C#) is the foundation of blues, country, and rock.

What is a chord inversion of F#aug?

An inversion places a non-root note in the bass.

F#aug root position: F# in bass. First inversion: A# in bass. Second inversion: D in bass. Inversions create smoother bass line movement without changing the harmony.

How do I memorize the notes in a augmented chord?

Remember the formula: 0–4–8 semitones from root.

For F#aug: start on F#, add 4 semitones, then 8 semitones. Practicing this across all 12 roots builds instant recognition of any augmented chord.