E major chord for guitar (E)
Diagram, fingering, and theory for the E major chord (E) on guitar: E · G# · B.
Root
Chord
DiagramE
Stacked thirds
1
3M
5
Theory
Formula1-3-5
DifferenceThe reference triad: 1-3-5.
SoundOpen, stable, bright.
FunctionTonic (I) or dominant (V).
UseThe building block of nearly every song.
Next steps
△TriadsSee the triads and inversions on the fretboard∷ArpeggiosPlay the chord note by note◎CircleFind its function in the key⚿ProgressionsUse it in a chord progression
Diagram for guitar in standard tuning.
E major
The E major chord (E) is made up of: E · G# · B.
The building block of nearly every song.