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C# power chord (C#5)

C#5 has 2 notes: C# G#. Its formula is 1 5. Also written Db5.

Degree15
NoteC#G#

How to play C#5 on guitar

Every shape from open position up the neck. Amber dots are the root; the numbers under each box are the chord degrees. Press a button to hear it.

  • C shape

    Fret 1 · Partial

    ×××

  • A shape

    Fret 4 · Partial

    4×××

  • G shape

    Fret 6 · Partial

    6×

  • E shape

    Fret 9 · Partial

    9×××

  • D shape

    Fret 11 · Partial

    11×××
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Scales to play over C#5

Other C# chords

The same chord in every key

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