C5 chord on guitar
C Power Chord. Notes: C and G.
How to play C5
- Put your index finger on the 5th (A) string at fret 3 (C).
- Put your ring finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 5 (G).
- 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: C (the root)Strings played: 2 of 6Other voicings: 2 below
All 3 ways to play C5
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 3 position
EasyFret 8 position
MediumFret 8 position
MediumNotes and theory
Croot
G5 · 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 C5 chord?
C5 (C power chord) is made of two notes: C (root) and G (perfect fifth).
How do you play C5 on guitar?
The easiest C5 is the "fret 3 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 5th (A) string at fret 3 (C). Put your ring finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 5 (G). Don't play the low E, G, B and high E strings: skip them or mute them with a fretting finger.
Is C5 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 2 fretted notes.
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.