F11 guitar chord
The F11 chord (F dominant 11th) is built from the notes F, A, C, Eb, G and Bb, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
- Notes
- F A C Eb G Bb
- Type
- dominant 11th
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
11101xHow to play F11
The easiest F11 shape is 11101x, 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 F11 chord?
F11 contains F, A, C, Eb, G and Bb. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
Is F11 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 11101x.
What can I play instead of F11?
F7sus4 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when F11 is too hard or too busy.