How to 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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   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.

Resources

• How to Practice Chords
• Online Guitar Resource Page