Guitar Em/B chord diagram
Em/B is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play Em/B, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Em/B, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string fret 2. Place middle finger on D string fret 2.
Tips
- Place A 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 A string, press fret 2 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 Em/B cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (A string and D 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
- E - G - B
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Em/B on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Em/B chord diagram3-2-2-4-5-3
Guitar Em/B chord diagram3-2-5-4-5-3
Guitar Em/B chord diagram3-2-2-4-x-3
Guitar Em/B chord diagram3-x-5-4-5-3
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Em/B, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Em/B → Em/A# | Em/B♭ chord transition
To move from Em/B to Em/A# | Em/B♭, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on A string from fret 2 to fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 2.
2. Em/B → A5 chord transition
To move from Em/B to A5, follow these steps:
- While playing Em/B, lift your middle finger from D string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
3. Em/B → A7 chord transition
To move from Em/B to A7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from D string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
4. Em/B → Em/A chord transition
To move from Em/B to Em/A, follow these steps:
- While playing Em/B, lift your middle finger from D string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
5. Em/B → Em/G chord transition
To move from Em/B to Em/G, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on E string fret 3.
6. Em/B → Em7 chord transition
To move from Em/B to Em7, follow these steps:
- While playing Em/B, lift your index finger from A string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from D string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
Compatible Scales
These scales include Em/B and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Em/B easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar Em/B is beginner-friendly. It spans 1 frets. Practice slowly to keep each note clean.
What is the easiest way to play Em/B?
There is a simpler alternative for Em/B on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering 3-x-5-4-5-3. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.