Guitar Am/E chord diagram
Am/E is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play Am/E, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Am/E, follow these steps: Place index finger on B string fret 1. Place middle finger on D string fret 2. Place ring finger on G string fret 2.
Tips
- Place B string with your index finger and D 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.
- To play Am/E cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (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
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Am/E on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Am/E chord diagram5-7-7-5-5-5
Guitar Am/E chord diagramx-3-2-2-1-x
Guitar Am/E chord diagramx-3-2-2-5-5
Guitar Am/E chord diagramx-3-2-5-5-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Am/E, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Am/E → Am chord transition
To move from Am/E to Am, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 2.
2. Am/E → Am7 chord transition
To move from Am/E to Am7, follow these steps:
- While playing Am/E, lift your ring finger from G string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 2.
3. Am/E → Amaj7 chord transition
To move from Am/E to Amaj7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from G string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
4. Am/E → Asus2 chord transition
To move from Am/E to Asus2, follow these steps:
- While playing Am/E, lift your index finger from B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 2.
5. Am/E → C#m/A | D♭m/A chord transition
To move from Am/E to C#m/A | D♭m/A, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from G string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
6. Am/E → C#m/E | D♭m/E chord transition
To move from Am/E to C#m/E | D♭m/E, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from G string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
Compatible Scales
These scales include Am/E and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Am/E suitable for beginners on Guitar?
Am/E works well for beginner-level Guitar practice. It uses a 2-fret reach. Focus on finger placement first, then increase speed.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for Am/E?
Am/E 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.