Guitar Bm/E chord diagram
Bm/E is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play Bm/E, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Bm/E, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string fret 2. Place middle finger on E string fret 2. Place pinky on G string fret 4.
Tips
- Place A string with your index finger and E string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- To play Bm/E cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (A string, G string, and E 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
- B - D - F#
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Bm/E on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Bm/E chord diagram2-2-4-4-3-2
Guitar Bm/E chord diagramx-2-4-4-3-2
Guitar Bm/E chord diagram2-x-4-4-3-2
Guitar Bm/E chord diagram2-2-x-4-3-2
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Bm/E, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Bm/E → Bm/A# | Bm/B♭ chord transition
To move from Bm/E to Bm/A# | Bm/B♭, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on A string from fret 2 to fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on G string fret 4.
2. Bm/E → A7 chord transition
To move from Bm/E to A7, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm/E, lift your pinky from G string fret 4.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
3. Bm/E → A5 chord transition
To move from Bm/E to A5, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm/E, first lift your middle finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
4. Bm/E → Em/A chord transition
To move from Bm/E to Em/A, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm/E, first lift your middle finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
5. Bm/E → Em/B chord transition
To move from Bm/E to Em/B, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm/E, lift your pinky from G string fret 4.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
6. Bm/E → G#m/A# | G#m/B♭ | A♭m/B♭ chord transition
To move from Bm/E to G#m/A# | G#m/B♭ | A♭m/B♭, follow these steps:
- While playing Bm/E, lift your middle finger from E string fret 2.
- Slide your index finger on A string from fret 2 to fret 1.
- Keep pinky on G string fret 4.
Compatible Scales
These scales include Bm/E and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bm/E easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar Bm/E is generally intermediate. It spans 3 frets. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play Bm/E?
There is a simpler alternative for Bm/E on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering 2-2-x-4-3-2. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.