Fmaj13 chord on ukulele
F Major Thirteenth. Notes: F, A, C, E, G and D.
How to play Fmaj13
- Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D).
- Let the open G, E and A strings ring.
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: GStrings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Fmaj13
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyFret 5 position
MediumFret 2 position
MediumBarre at fret 9
HardNotes and theory
Froot
A3 · major third
C5 · perfect fifth
E7 · major seventh
G9 · ninth
D13 · thirteenth
The major thirteenth is a major seventh extended to the thirteenth: a big, lush jazz chord. The formula is 1 3 5 7 9 13.
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Questions
What notes are in the Fmaj13 chord?
Fmaj13 (F major thirteenth) is made of six notes: F (root), A (major third), C (perfect fifth), E (major seventh), G (ninth) and D (thirteenth).
How do you play Fmaj13 on ukulele?
The easiest Fmaj13 is the "open position" shape. Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D). Let the open G, E and A strings ring. Strum all four strings.
Is Fmaj13 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 1 fretted note plus open strings.
What does a major thirteenth chord sound like?
The major thirteenth is a major seventh extended to the thirteenth: a big, lush jazz chord.