Ebadd11 guitar chord

The Ebadd11 chord (Eb added 11th) is built from the notes Eb, G, Bb and Ab, formula 1–3–5–11.

Notes
Eb G Bb Ab
Type
added 11th
Level
Advanced
Barre · fret 3Shape 1 of 2
3×3412EbAbBbEbG
x66343

How to play Ebadd11

The usual Ebadd11 shape is a barre chord: your index finger presses fret 3 across several strings (x66343). Barre chords take practice, so start by getting each string to ring clearly before worrying about speed.

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

Other ways to play it

Ebadd116×123EbAbEbGBb
Barre · fret 6

Questions

What notes are in the Ebadd11 chord?

Ebadd11 contains Eb, G, Bb and Ab. Its formula is 1–3–5–11.

Is Ebadd11 hard to play on guitar?

It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x66343.

What can I play instead of Ebadd11?

Eb is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Ebadd11 is too hard or too busy.