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