B11 guitar chord
The B11 chord (B dominant 11th) is built from the notes B, D#, F#, A, C# and E, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
- Notes
- B D# F# A C# E
- Type
- dominant 11th
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
x22200How to play B11
The easiest B11 shape is x22200, starting around fret 2. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
A suspended dominant sound with a gospel and fusion flavor.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the B11 chord?
B11 contains B, D#, F#, A, C# and E. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
Is B11 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x22200.
What can I play instead of B11?
B7sus4 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when B11 is too hard or too busy.