Gadd11 chord on guitar
G Added Eleventh. Notes: G, B, D and C.
How to play Gadd11
- Put your index finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 1 (C).
- Put your middle finger on the 5th (A) string at fret 2 (B).
- Put your ring finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G).
- Let the open D and G strings ring.
- Don't play the high E string: skip it or mute it with a fretting finger.
- Strum from the low E string down.
Lowest note: G (the root)Strings played: 5 of 6Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Gadd11
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyOpen position
EasyOpen position
MediumBarre at fret 8
HardNotes and theory
Groot
B3 · major third
D5 · perfect fifth
C11 · eleventh
An add11 chord is a major triad with the eleventh added, which brings a suspended, ringing quality. The formula is 1 3 5 11.
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Questions
What notes are in the Gadd11 chord?
Gadd11 (G added eleventh) is made of four notes: G (root), B (major third), D (perfect fifth) and C (eleventh).
How do you play Gadd11 on guitar?
The easiest Gadd11 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 1 (C). Put your middle finger on the 5th (A) string at fret 2 (B). Put your ring finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G).
Is Gadd11 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a added eleventh chord sound like?
An add11 chord is a major triad with the eleventh added, which brings a suspended, ringing quality.