Eb11 guitar chord

The Eb11 chord (Eb dominant 11th) is built from the notes Eb, G, Bb, Db, F and Ab, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–11.

Notes
Eb G Bb Db F Ab
Type
dominant 11th
Level
Barre chord
Fret 1Shape 1 of 4
××1243EbAbDbF
xx1121

How to play Eb11

The easiest Eb11 shape is xx1121, 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 Eb11 chord?

Eb11 contains Eb, G, Bb, Db, F and Ab. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–11.

Is Eb11 hard to play on guitar?

It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx1121.

What can I play instead of Eb11?

Eb7sus4 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Eb11 is too hard or too busy.