E# Bass Chord — Chart and Tabs in Drop B Tuning

Short answer: E# is a E# Major chord with the notes E♯, G♯♯, B♯. In Drop B tuning, there are 6 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

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

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How to Play E# on Bass

E#, E#M, E#Δ, E#maj, E#Major

Notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯

6,6,6,5 (2341)
6,6,10,8 (1132)
x,11,10,8 (x321)
6,6,x,5 (23x1)
6,6,10,x (112x)
6,x,10,8 (1x32)

Quick Summary

  • The E# chord contains the notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯
  • In Drop B tuning, there are 6 voicings available
  • Also written as: E#M, E#Δ, E# maj, E# Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Bass fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the E# chord on Bass?

E# is a E# Major chord. It contains the notes E♯, G♯♯, B♯. On Bass in Drop B tuning, there are 6 ways to play this chord.

How do you play E# on Bass?

To play E# on in Drop B tuning, use one of the 6 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the E# chord?

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

How many ways can you play E# on Bass?

In Drop B tuning, there are 6 voicings for the E# chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: E♯, G♯♯, B♯.

What are other names for E#?

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