Fadd11 guitar chord

The Fadd11 chord (F added 11th) is built from the notes F, A, C and Bb, formula 1–3–5–11.

Notes
F A C Bb
Type
added 11th
Level
Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 4
×1342FAFBbC
10331x

How to play Fadd11

The easiest Fadd11 shape is 10331x, starting around fret 1. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.

A major chord with an added fourth on top, giving a bright, ringing color.

Other ways to play it

Fadd11132FBbFACF
Barre · fret 1
Fadd115×3412FBbCFA
Barre · fret 5
Fadd118×123FBbFAC
Barre · fret 8

Questions

What notes are in the Fadd11 chord?

Fadd11 contains F, A, C and Bb. Its formula is 1–3–5–11.

Is Fadd11 hard to play on guitar?

It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 10331x.

What can I play instead of Fadd11?

F is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Fadd11 is too hard or too busy.