A minor pentatonic scale (bass)
The A minor pentatonic scale shown across the whole bass neck (E A D G tuning). Its notes are A – C – D – E – G — the filled dots are the root. Free to print or download below.
How to play the A minor pentatonic scale
- Find the root notes. The filled dots are the root note (A); the open dots are the other scale notes. Start and end on a root to hear the A minor pentatonic sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every A minor pentatonic note from the open strings up to the 15th fret, so you can play the scale in any position on your bass.
- Use it to play lines. Once the shape is under your fingers, improvise over backing chords in A, always resolving to a root note.
Notes in the A minor pentatonic scale
The A minor pentatonic scale is the five-note scale at the heart of rock, blues and pop lead lines. Its notes are A – C – D – E – G.
A minor pentatonic scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A minor pentatonic scale?
The A minor pentatonic scale contains the notes A – C – D – E – G.
What is the A minor pentatonic scale used for?
It is the five-note scale at the heart of rock, blues and pop lead lines.
Is the A minor pentatonic bass scale free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.