C11 guitar chord
The C11 chord (C dominant 11th) is built from the notes C, E, G, Bb, D and F, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
- Notes
- C E G Bb D F
- Type
- dominant 11th
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
x30331How to play C11
The easiest C11 shape is x30331, starting around fret 1. 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 C11 chord?
C11 contains C, E, G, Bb, D and F. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
Is C11 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x30331.
What can I play instead of C11?
C7sus4 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when C11 is too hard or too busy.