C♯ phrygian scale (bass)
The C♯ phrygian scale shown across the whole bass neck (E A D G tuning). Its notes are C♯ – D – E – F♯ – G♯ – A – B — the filled dots are the root. Free to print or download below.
How to play the C♯ phrygian scale
- Find the root notes. The filled dots are the root note (C♯); the open dots are the other scale notes. Start and end on a root to hear the C♯ phrygian sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every C♯ phrygian 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 C♯, always resolving to a root note.
Notes in the C♯ phrygian scale
The C♯ phrygian scale is a dark minor mode with a flat second, giving a Spanish or metal flavour. Its notes are C♯ – D – E – F♯ – G♯ – A – B.
C♯ phrygian scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the C♯ phrygian scale?
The C♯ phrygian scale contains the notes C♯ – D – E – F♯ – G♯ – A – B.
What is the C♯ phrygian scale used for?
It is a dark minor mode with a flat second, giving a Spanish or metal flavour.
Is the C♯ phrygian bass scale free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.