Guitar Am/B chord diagram
Am/B is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play Am/B, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Am/B, follow these steps: Place index finger on B string fret 1. Place middle finger on A string fret 2. Place ring finger on D string fret 2. Place pinky on G string fret 2.
Tips
- Place B string with your index finger and A string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On B string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
- To play Am/B cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (A string, D string, G string, and B string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- A - C - E
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Am/B on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Am/B chord diagram5-7-7-5-5-5
Guitar Am/B chord diagramx-3-2-2-1-x
Guitar Am/B chord diagramx-3-2-2-5-5
Guitar Am/B chord diagramx-3-2-5-5-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Am/B, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Am/B → Am/F# chord transition
To move from Am/B to Am/F#, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on G string fret 2.
2. Am/B → C#m/B | D♭m/B chord transition
To move from Am/B to C#m/B | D♭m/B, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
3. Am/B → Esus4 chord transition
To move from Am/B to Esus4, follow these steps:
- While playing Am/B, lift your index finger from B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on G string fret 2.
4. Am/B → E chord transition
To move from Am/B to E, follow these steps:
- While playing Am/B, lift your pinky from G string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
5. Am/B → Eadd9 chord transition
To move from Am/B to Eadd9, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 2 to E string fret 2.
6. Am/B → Am chord transition
To move from Am/B to Am, follow these steps:
- While playing Am/B, lift your pinky from G string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from D string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
Compatible Scales
These scales include Am/B and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Am/B suitable for beginners on Guitar?
Am/B sits in the intermediate range for Guitar players. It uses a 2-fret span. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for Am/B?
Am/B has a more accessible version for Guitar players. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-3-2-5-5-5. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.