Ab5 guitar chord
The Ab5 chord (Ab power chord) is built from the notes Ab and Eb, formula 1–5.
- Notes
- Ab Eb
- Type
- power chord
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 4Shape 1 of 3
466xxxHow to play Ab5
The easiest Ab5 shape is 466xxx, starting around fret 4. 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
Questions
What notes are in the Ab5 chord?
Ab5 contains Ab and Eb. Its formula is 1–5.
Is Ab5 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 466xxx. A shortcut: put a capo on fret 4 and play an open E5 shape.
What can I play instead of Ab5?
Ab is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Ab5 is too hard or too busy.