A5 chord on guitar
A Power Chord. Notes: A and E.
How to play A5
- Put your index finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 2 (E).
- Let the open A string ring.
- Don't play the low E, G, B and high E strings: skip them or mute them with a fretting finger.
- Strum from the A string down.
Lowest note: A (the root)Strings played: 2 of 6Other voicings: 2 below
All 3 ways to play A5
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyFret 5 position
EasyFret 5 position
EasyNotes and theory
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E5 · perfect fifth
A power chord is just the root and fifth. With no third it suits distortion, which is why rock and metal riffs are built on it. The formula is 1 5.
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Questions
What notes are in the A5 chord?
A5 (A power chord) is made of two notes: A (root) and E (perfect fifth).
How do you play A5 on guitar?
The easiest A5 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 2 (E). Let the open A string ring. Don't play the low E, G, B and high E strings: skip them or mute them with a fretting finger.
Is A5 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 1 fretted note plus open strings.
What does a power chord chord sound like?
A power chord is just the root and fifth. With no third it suits distortion, which is why rock and metal riffs are built on it.