How to Play a 6 String B Chord for Guitar

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Play a 6 String B Chord for Guitar

If you have ever found yourself leaping more than 5 frets to grab the next chord in a progression, then it may be a good idea to start exploring upper-register chords on the guitar. Learning to play the 6 string B chord will ensure that you will be able to easily play this chord the next time you find yourself playing a tune in the upper half of the guitar.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Step 1

Position the left hand ring finger on the ninth fret of the fifth string. This is the note F#, which is the fifth of the chord.
Step 2

Place the left hand pinky finger on the ninth fret of the fourth string, which is the note B, the root of the chord.
Step 3

Position the left hand middle finger on the eighth fret of the third string to produce the note D#, the third of the chord.
Step 4

Lay the left hand index finger down across all 6 strings of the seventh fret. This will produce 3 notes, the root, B, on the sixth and first strings, as well as the fifth, F#, on the second string.
Step 5

Strum all 6 notes in a row with a pick or left hand finger to produce the 6 string B chord.

Tips & Warnings

Stop practicing immediately if you have a sharp pain anywhere in the left hand or arm. Stretch and relax the arm before you return to practicing this chord.

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