F phrygian scale (guitar)
The F phrygian 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 phrygian 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 phrygian sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every F phrygian 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 phrygian scale
The F phrygian scale is a dark minor mode with a flat second, giving a Spanish or metal flavour. Its notes are F – G♭ – A♭ – B♭ – C – D♭ – E♭.
F phrygian scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the F phrygian scale?
The F phrygian scale contains the notes F – G♭ – A♭ – B♭ – C – D♭ – E♭.
What is the F phrygian scale used for?
It is a dark minor mode with a flat second, giving a Spanish or metal flavour.
Is the F phrygian scale diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.