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BetaG Phrygian
A dark, exotic mode with Spanish and Middle Eastern flavors. The ♭2 gives it a distinctive sound.
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H-W-W-W-H-W-WFretboard Visualization
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Phrygian mode is the 3rd mode of the Major scale. Its defining characteristic is the minor 2nd (♭2) — just a half step above the root — which gives it that distinctly Spanish/Flamenco flavor. In metal, the Phrygian mode is a favorite for heavy riffs (Metallica uses it extensively). The ♭2 interval creates a unique tension against the root that resolves beautifully with proper voice leading. It's also common in film scores for mysterious or ominous scenes.
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Related Scales
G Minor
The natural minor scale conveys sadness and emotional depth. Essential for rock, metal, and ballads.
G Harmonic Minor
A dramatic scale with an exotic augmented 2nd interval. Used in classical, metal, and Middle Eastern music.
G Locrian
The darkest mode with a diminished 5th. Used in heavy metal for extreme dissonance.
All Scales in G
Learn the G Phrygian scale on guitar with our free interactive tools. The {scale} scale (H-W-W-W-H-W-W) contains 7 notes: G, G#, A#, C, D, D#, F. Practice with our ear training game to master recognizing {scale} scale patterns by ear. Perfect for Flamenco, Metal, Film Score guitar players of all levels.