C#11 guitar chord
The C#11 chord (C# dominant 11th) is built from the notes C#, E#, G#, B, D# and F#, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
- Notes
- C# E# G# B D# F#
- Type
- dominant 11th
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 4Shape 1 of 3
x44404How to play C#11
The easiest C#11 shape is x44404, starting around fret 4. 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 C#11 chord?
C#11 contains C#, E#, G#, B, D# and F#. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
Is C#11 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x44404.
What can I play instead of C#11?
C#7sus4 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when C#11 is too hard or too busy.