How to play this shape
- 1 Place the 1st finger on the 6th fret of the 4th string
- 2 Place the 2nd finger on the 7th fret of the 1st string, 2nd string, and 3rd string in barre position
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "006777" mean?
The sequence 006777 is a highly compact guitar chord notation. It represents the fret played on each of the 6 strings, reading left-to-right from the thickest (lowest pitch) string to the thinnest (highest pitch) string: E, A, D, G, B, e.
- x means the string is muted or skipped entirely.
- 0 means the string is played "open" (without pressing over a fret).
- 1-9 represent standard fret numbers 1 to 9.
- a, b, c... represent frets 10, 11, 12, and higher (where a=10, b=11, c=12).
Can I play this E11 shape anywhere else?
Yes! This specific layout is just one way to voice a E11 chord. You can find all other variations in our chord shape library for E11. Most guitarists choose different shapes based on whether they want a "brighter" or "deeper" sound, or which chord they are transitioning from.
How do I stop my fingers from buzzing?
Since this shape uses open strings (marked with '0'), make sure your fingers are arched like a "claw" so they don't accidentally brush against the open strings. Press down firmly just behind the metal fret wires for the clearest sound.
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