F locrian scale (guitar)
The F locrian scale shown across the whole guitar neck. Its notes areF – G♭ – A♭ – B♭ – C♭ – D♭ – E♭ — the filled dots are the root. Free to print or download below.
How to play the F locrian scale
- Find the root notes. The filled dots are the root note (F); the open dots are the other scale notes. Start and end on a root to hear the F locrian sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every F locrian note from the open strings up to the 15th fret, so you can play the scale in any position.
- Use it to solo. Once the shape is under your fingers, improvise over backing chords in F, always resolving to a root note.
Notes in the F locrian scale
The F locrian scale is the most unstable mode, with a flat second and flat fifth. Its notes are F – G♭ – A♭ – B♭ – C♭ – D♭ – E♭.
F locrian scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the F locrian scale?
The F locrian scale contains the notes F – G♭ – A♭ – B♭ – C♭ – D♭ – E♭.
What is the F locrian scale used for?
It is the most unstable mode, with a flat second and flat fifth.
Is the F locrian scale diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.