Guitar Cm/F# chord diagram
Cm/F# is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play Cm/F#, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Cm/F#, follow these steps: Place index finger on D string fret 1. Place middle finger on B string fret 1. Place ring finger on E string fret 2. Place pinky on A string fret 3.
Tips
- Place D string with your index finger and B string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On D 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 Cm/F# cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (E string, A string, D 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
- C - D# - G
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Cm/F# on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Cm/F# chord diagram3-3-5-5-4-3
Guitar Cm/F# chord diagram3-3-1-x-1-3
Guitar Cm/F# chord diagram3-3-1-x-4-3
Guitar Cm/F# chord diagramx-3-5-5-4-3
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Cm/F#, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Cm/F# → Eaug chord transition
To move from Cm/F# to Eaug, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on B string fret 1.
- Slide your ring finger from E string fret 2 to D string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 3.
2. Cm/F# → G#m/C | A♭m/C chord transition
To move from Cm/F# to G#m/C | A♭m/C, follow these steps:
- While playing Cm/F#, lift your ring finger from E string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 3.
3. Cm/F# → G#m/G | A♭m/G chord transition
To move from Cm/F# to G#m/G | A♭m/G, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on D string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your ring finger from E string fret 2 to A string fret 2.
- Lift your pinky from A string fret 3 and place it on E string fret 3.
4. Cm/F# → Cm/C# chord transition
To move from Cm/F# to Cm/C#, follow these steps:
- While playing Cm/F#, lift your ring finger from E string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on B string fret 1.
- Slide your pinky on A string from fret 3 to fret 4.
5. Cm/F# → Emaj7 chord transition
To move from Cm/F# to Emaj7, follow these steps:
- While playing Cm/F#, lift your pinky from A string fret 3.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your ring finger from E string fret 2 to A string fret 2.
6. Cm/F# → Adim chord transition
To move from Cm/F# to Adim, follow these steps:
- While playing Cm/F#, lift your pinky from A string fret 3.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on B string fret 1.
- Lift your ring finger from E string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
Compatible Scales
These scales include Cm/F# and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the Cm/F# chord on Guitar?
Cm/F# requires moderate control on Guitar. The voicing covers 3 frets. Keep your wrist relaxed to improve accuracy.
Is there a simpler voicing for Cm/F#?
You can try an easier Guitar voicing for Cm/F#. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-3-5-5-4-3. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.