C# Chord Guitar Chart

Notes: C# - F - G#

Formula: 1 - 3 - 5

Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th

Quick answer

The C# guitar chord is played as x-4-3-1-2-1 from low E to high E and uses the notes C#, F, G#.

Fret pattern
x-4-3-1-2-1
Chord notes
C#, F, G#
Formula
1 - 3 - 5

C#

×
Standard

C#

9
E Shape (Fret 9)

C#

4×
A Shape (Fret 4)

How to Play C#

  1. 1Mute the low E string
  2. 2Place your index finger on fret 1 of the G and high E strings
  3. 3Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the B string
  4. 4Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the D string
  5. 5Place your pinky finger on fret 4 of the A string

About Major Chords

Built from the 1st, 3rd, and 5th notes of the major scale. Major chords sound bright, happy, and stable.

C# Major Guitar Chord FAQ

What notes are in the C# Major guitar chord?

The C# Major guitar chord uses the notes C#, F, G#.

How do you play C# on guitar?

Play the C# guitar chord with the x-4-3-1-2-1 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Place your index finger on fret 1 of the G and high E strings Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the B string Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the D string Place your pinky finger on fret 4 of the A string

What is the formula for C# Major?

The C# Major formula is 1 - 3 - 5: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th.

C# Major on Other Instruments

Progressions with C# Major

Other Major Chords