F#11 guitar chord
The F#11 chord (F# dominant 11th) is built from the notes F#, A#, C#, E, G# and B, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
- Notes
- F# A# C# E G# B
- Type
- dominant 11th
- Level
- Barre chord
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212100How to play F#11
The easiest F#11 shape is 212100, 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 F#11 chord?
F#11 contains F#, A#, C#, E, G# and B. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–11.
Is F#11 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 212100.
What can I play instead of F#11?
F#7sus4 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when F#11 is too hard or too busy.