C# Powerchord (C#5) chords on guitar
Welcome to our tutorial on the C# 5 chord. This chord belongs to the family of power chords, which are composed only of the root and the fifth. The specific notes that make up the C# 5 chord are C# and G#, and the intervals that build this chord are the root (1) and the perfect fifth (5).
Power chords, like the C# 5, are the foundation of genres such as rock, punk, and heavy music. They sound particularly great on an electric guitar with a bit of distortion. If you're interested in learning more about power chords and their role in music, check out our tutorial on power chords.
Understanding the intervals that compose a chord is crucial in music theory. In this case, the C# 5 chord is built by stacking the root (1) and the perfect fifth (5) intervals. If you want to learn more about how to build chords by stacking intervals, our music theory tutorial provides a comprehensive guide.
For a deeper understanding of the C# 5 chord, we will provide chord diagrams and fretboard patterns showing the tones composing the chord. We also have an interactive tool that allows you to analyze chord shapes shown on the fretboard. This is particularly useful if you have a chord shape and you're unsure how to name it.
Stay tuned for the full tutorial on how to play the C# 5 chord. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, mastering power chords like the C# 5 will significantly enhance your guitar skills. For more guitar lessons, visit our full tutorial on all types of guitar chords.
Notes of the C# 5 chord:
C#G#
Tones of the Powerchord chord:
C#5 Guitar Chord Voicings
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If you have difficulties with bar chord shapes, check the Bar Chords Tips tutorial.
You can also use this accessible chords page with written diagrams instruction.
Position 1
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Position 2
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Position 3
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Position 4
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Position 5
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You can find more shapes in our all guitar chords online library. If you prefer a printable pdf, download
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Play This Chord With Other Roots
C 5 | D 5 | E 5 | F 5 | G 5 | A 5 | B 5 | C#5 | D#5 | F#5 | G#5 | A#5 | Ab5 | Bb5 | Db5 | Eb5 | Gb5
How to create your own C# 5 chord fingerings
You can create any fingering you like on any part of the fretboard, just play some of the chord tones shown in the map below. Some shapes will sound good, some less, let your ears decide!