B13 chord - B Dominant Thirteen - guitar chord chart

Welcome to our tutorial on the B 13 chord, a complex and rich sounding chord that belongs to the Dominant Chords family. This chord is composed of seven different notes: B, D#, F#, A, C#, E, and G#, creating a vibrant and full-bodied sound that can add depth to your guitar playing.

The B 13 chord is built by stacking specific musical intervals, namely: 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), 5 (Perfect Fifth), b7 (Minor Seventh), 9 (Major Ninth), 11 (Perfect Eleventh), and 13 (Major Thirteenth). These intervals give the B 13 chord its unique character and flavor. To understand more about how chords are built by stacking intervals, you can check out our tutorial on chord construction.

In this tutorial, we will guide you through how to play the B 13 chord with detailed chord diagrams and fretboard patterns. These will show the tones composing the chord, helping you to visualize the chord shape on the fretboard. If you're interested in learning more about fretboard intervals, we have a dedicated tutorial for that as well.

As this is a more advanced chord, it might be a bit challenging for beginners. However, don't be discouraged. With practice and patience, you'll be able to master it and add it to your repertoire. For more advanced chords, you can visit our intermediate guitar chord tutorial.

Ready to dive into the world of the B 13 chord? Let's get started!