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

Short answer: B is a B Major chord with the notes B, D♯, F♯. In Drop C# tuning, there are 3 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: BM, BΔ, B maj, B Major

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How to Play B on Bass

B, BM, BΔ, Bmaj, BMajor

Notes: B, D♯, F♯

10,10,10,9 (2341)
x,10,10,9 (x231)
10,10,x,9 (23x1)

Quick Summary

  • The B chord contains the notes: B, D♯, F♯
  • In Drop C# tuning, there are 3 voicings available
  • Also written as: BM, BΔ, B maj, B Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Bass fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the B chord on Bass?

B is a B Major chord. It contains the notes B, D♯, F♯. On Bass in Drop C# tuning, there are 3 ways to play this chord.

How do you play B on Bass?

To play B on in Drop C# tuning, use one of the 3 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the B chord?

The B chord contains the notes: B, D♯, F♯.

How many ways can you play B on Bass?

In Drop C# tuning, there are 3 voicings for the B chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: B, D♯, F♯.

What are other names for B?

B is also known as BM, BΔ, B maj, B Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: B, D♯, F♯.