C# Bass Chord — Chart and Tabs in D Tuning Tuning

Short answer: C# is a C# Major chord with the notes C♯, E♯, G♯. In D Tuning tuning, there are 5 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major

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How to Play C# on Bass

C#, C#M, C#Δ, C#maj, C#Major

Notes: C♯, E♯, G♯

x,6,8,0 (x12.)
x,6,5,3 (x321)
11,10,8,8 (3211)
11,x,8,0 (2x1.)
11,10,8,x (321x)

Quick Summary

  • The C# chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯
  • In D Tuning tuning, there are 5 voicings available
  • Also written as: C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Bass fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C# chord on Bass?

C# is a C# Major chord. It contains the notes C♯, E♯, G♯. On Bass in D Tuning tuning, there are 5 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C# on Bass?

To play C# on in D Tuning tuning, use one of the 5 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the C# chord?

The C# chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯.

How many ways can you play C# on Bass?

In D Tuning tuning, there are 5 voicings for the C# chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: C♯, E♯, G♯.

What are other names for C#?

C# is also known as C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C♯, E♯, G♯.