B13 guitar chord
The B13 chord (B dominant 13th) is built from the notes B, D#, F#, A, C# and G#, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
- Notes
- B D# F# A C# G#
- Type
- dominant 13th
- Level
- Barre chord
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x21204How to play B13
The easiest B13 shape is x21204, 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 B13 chord?
B13 contains B, D#, F#, A, C# and G#. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
Is B13 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x21204.
What can I play instead of B13?
B7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when B13 is too hard or too busy.