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F5/C guitar shapes

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F5 / C (1st inversion) guitar chord diagram showing fretboard positions
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About the chord

F5 / C (1st inversion)

F5/C is the F5 / C (1st inversion) guitar chord with C in the bass. It uses the notes F and C and the interval formula 1-5.

The F5 power chord (5th), consisting of the root (F5) and perfect fifth C, provides a bold, open sound without major or minor coloration. Its simplicity and neutrality make it a staple in rock, punk, and metal for driving rhythms and raw power. With C in the bass, this voicing functions as the 1st inversion of F5.

Also written as F5 and F(no 3)/C.

Root note: F
Bass note: C
Chord tones: 2
Playable shapes: 50

Chord tones

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Common guitar voicings

These are quick-start shapes for players who want the answer first and the deeper theory second.

Shape 1

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  1. 1 Place the 1st finger on the 10th fret of the 4th string.
  2. 2 Place the 2nd finger on the 10th fret of the 3rd string.
  3. 3 Place the 4th finger on the 13th fret of the 1st string and 2nd string in barre position.
  4. 4 Strum from the 4th string down.

Shape 2

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  1. 1 Place the 1st finger on the 1st fret of the 2nd string.
  2. 2 Place the 2nd finger on the 1st fret of the 1st string.
  3. 3 Strum from the 2nd string down.

Notes & Intervals

Each note below shows how the chord is built from its root. This is the theory layer underneath the fretboard shapes.

F Unison (Root) 1

The root anchors the chord and defines its tonal center.

C Perfect Fifth 5

The fifth reinforces stability and gives the chord its strong harmonic frame.

Quick answers

What notes are in F5/C?

F5/C uses the notes F and C. Its interval formula is 1-5.

What is another name for F5/C?

F5/C is also written as F5 and F(no 3)/C.

How do you play F5/C on guitar?

Place the 1st finger on the 10th fret of the 4th string. Place the 2nd finger on the 10th fret of the 3rd string. Place the 4th finger on the 13th fret of the 1st string and 2nd string in barre position. Strum from the 4th string down.

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