A13 guitar chord
The A13 chord (A dominant 13th) is built from the notes A, C#, E, G, B and F#, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
- Notes
- A C# E G B F#
- Type
- dominant 13th
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
x02022How to play A13
The easiest A13 shape is x02022, starting around fret 2. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Rich and bluesy, often used as a jazz or funk replacement for a 7th chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the A13 chord?
A13 contains A, C#, E, G, B and F#. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
Is A13 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x02022.
What can I play instead of A13?
A7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when A13 is too hard or too busy.