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Chord Shapes

There are 3 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 3 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 4 of the low E string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 4 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the D, G and high E strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 7 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the A, D, G, B and high E strings at the same time

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Ab 11 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the Ab 11 chord, a member of the Dominant Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes Ab, C, Eb, Gb, Bb, and Db, and is built using the intervals 1, 3, 5, b7, 9, and 11. Understanding the notation of these intervals is key to mastering this complex chord.

The full names of the intervals that make up the Ab 11 chord are: Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Minor Seventh, Major Ninth, and Perfect Eleventh. If you're unfamiliar with these terms, our tutorial on fretboard intervals can help clarify them.

The Ab 11 chord, like all dominant chords, has a distinctive sound that can add richness and complexity to your playing. This tutorial will provide you with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to help you visualize and practice the tones that compose this chord.

Learning to play the Ab 11 chord can be a challenge, but it's a great way to expand your guitar skills beyond beginner level. If you're ready to take your playing to the next level, check out our tutorial on intermediate guitar chords.

Remember, understanding the theory behind the chords you're playing is just as important as being able to play them. Our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals can help deepen your understanding of how chords like the Ab 11 are constructed.

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