Eb13 guitar chord
The Eb13 chord (Eb dominant 13th) is built from the notes Eb, G, Bb, Db, F and C, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
- Notes
- Eb G Bb Db F C
- Type
- dominant 13th
- Level
- Advanced
Barre · fret 6
x68688How to play Eb13
The usual Eb13 shape is a barre chord: your index finger presses fret 6 across several strings (x68688). Barre chords take practice, so start by getting each string to ring clearly before worrying about speed.
Rich and bluesy, often used as a jazz or funk replacement for a 7th chord.
Questions
What notes are in the Eb13 chord?
Eb13 contains Eb, G, Bb, Db, F and C. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
Is Eb13 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x68688.
What can I play instead of Eb13?
Eb7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Eb13 is too hard or too busy.