Eb5 guitar chord
The Eb5 chord (Eb power chord) is built from the notes Eb and Bb, formula 1–5.
- Notes
- Eb Bb
- Type
- power chord
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 6Shape 1 of 2
x688xxHow to play Eb5
The easiest Eb5 shape is x688xx, starting around fret 6. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Just the root and fifth. Power chords are neutral and punchy, especially with distortion.
Other ways to play it
Eb5
Fret 1
Questions
What notes are in the Eb5 chord?
Eb5 contains Eb and Bb. Its formula is 1–5.
Is Eb5 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x688xx. A shortcut: put a capo on fret 1 and play an open D5 shape.
What can I play instead of Eb5?
Eb is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Eb5 is too hard or too busy.