Guitar A#m | B♭m chord diagram
A#m | B♭m is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 92 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play A#m | B♭m, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play A#m | B♭m, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string and E string fret 1. Place middle finger on B string fret 2. Place ring finger on D string fret 3. Place pinky on G string fret 3. A#m can also be written as B♭m; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place A string with your index finger and E string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- A# - C# - F
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play A#m | B♭m on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar A#m | B♭m chord diagram1-1-3-3-2-1
Guitar A#m | B♭m chord diagram1-x-3-3-2-1
Guitar A#m | B♭m chord diagram1-1-x-3-2-1
Guitar A#m | B♭m chord diagram1-1-3-x-2-1
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to A#m | B♭m, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. A#m | B♭m → A#maj7 | B♭maj7 chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to A#maj7 | B♭maj7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from B string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 3 to B string fret 3.
2. A#m | B♭m → Dm/A# | Dm/B♭ chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to Dm/A# | Dm/B♭, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from B string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 3 to B string fret 3.
3. A#m | B♭m → A#7 | B♭7 chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to A#7 | B♭7, follow these steps:
- While playing A#m | B♭m, lift your middle finger from B string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 3.
- Lift your pinky from G string fret 3 and place it on B string fret 3.
4. A#m | B♭m → A#sus2 | B♭sus2 chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to A#sus2 | B♭sus2, follow these steps:
- While playing A#m | B♭m, lift your middle finger from B string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on G string fret 3.
5. A#m | B♭m → Gdim chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to Gdim, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on B string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 3 and place it on E string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on G string fret 3.
6. A#m | B♭m → A#m/D# | A#m/E♭ | B♭m/E♭ chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to A#m/D# | A#m/E♭ | B♭m/E♭, follow these steps:
- While playing A#m | B♭m, lift your pinky from G string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on D string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on B string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from D string fret 3 to G string fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from A#m | B♭m across songs on this site.
1. A#m | B♭m → F chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to F, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 3 to D string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing A#m | B♭m use the transition to F at 16.1%. You can practice this transition in 8 different songs.
2. A#m | B♭m → D# chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to D#, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on D string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 2 to E string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 3 to B string fret 4.
On Chordier, songs containing A#m | B♭m use the transition to D# at 15.5%. You can practice this transition in 4 different songs.
3. A#m | B♭m → B chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to B, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 2 to D string fret 4.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 3 to B string fret 4.
On Chordier, songs containing A#m | B♭m use the transition to B at 13.5%. You can practice this transition in 2 different songs.
4. A#m | B♭m → F# chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to F#, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 2 to G string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 3 to D string fret 4.
On Chordier, songs containing A#m | B♭m use the transition to F# at 7.3%. You can practice this transition in 4 different songs.
5. A#m | B♭m → Bm chord transition
To move from A#m | B♭m to Bm, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger on B string from fret 2 to fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger on D string from fret 3 to fret 4.
- Slide your pinky on G string from fret 3 to fret 4.
On Chordier, songs containing A#m | B♭m use the transition to Bm at 5.7%. You can practice this transition in 2 different songs.
Compatible Scales
These scales include A#m | B♭m and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Songs Using A#m | B♭m Chord
Popular songs that feature the A#m | B♭m chord, perfect for practice.
Songs in Original Key of A#m | B♭m
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A#m | B♭m easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar A#m | B♭m is generally intermediate. It spans 3 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play A#m | B♭m?
There is a simpler alternative for A#m | B♭m on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering 1-1-3-x-2-1. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from A#m | B♭m on Guitar?
Guitar A#m | B♭m commonly moves to F and D#. Based on our catalog data, A#m | B♭m to F is recorded 31 times, appears in 8 songs, and represents 16.1% of outgoing A#m | B♭m transitions. A#m | B♭m to D# is recorded 30 times, appears in 4 songs, and represents 15.5%.
What songs use the A#m | B♭m chord?
Ariana Grande - Baby I Chords is one of 8 songs that use the A#m | B♭m chord.