CAGED system

The CAGED system is a method guitarists use to understand and navigate the fretboard efficiently. It breaks down the fretboard into five main positions based on five fundamental chord shapes: C, A, G, E, and D. These shapes are interconnected; by learning how each shape fits within the scale, players can move seamlessly across the neck. This system helps visualize how chords and scales relate, making it easier to play melodies, solo, and improvise across different areas of the guitar. Overall, CAGED simplifies complex fretboard patterns into manageable, related shapes.