Bb13 guitar chord
The Bb13 chord (Bb dominant 13th) is built from the notes Bb, D, F, Ab, C and G, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
- Notes
- Bb D F Ab C G
- Type
- dominant 13th
- Level
- Barre chord
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x10113How to play Bb13
The easiest Bb13 shape is x10113, starting around fret 1. 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 Bb13 chord?
Bb13 contains Bb, D, F, Ab, C and G. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
Is Bb13 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x10113.
What can I play instead of Bb13?
Bb7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Bb13 is too hard or too busy.