A Bass Chord — Chart and Tabs in th Tuning

Short answer: A is a A Major chord with the notes A, C♯, E. In th tuning, there are 6 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: AM, AΔ, A maj, A Major

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How to Play A on Bass

A, AM, AΔ, Amaj, AMajor

Notes: A, C♯, E

9,11,9,8 (2431)
9,8,9,11 (2134)
x,11,9,8 (x321)
x,8,9,11 (x123)
9,11,x,8 (23x1)
9,8,x,11 (21x3)

Quick Summary

  • The A chord contains the notes: A, C♯, E
  • In th tuning, there are 6 voicings available
  • Also written as: AM, AΔ, A maj, A Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Bass fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the A chord on Bass?

A is a A Major chord. It contains the notes A, C♯, E. On Bass in th tuning, there are 6 ways to play this chord.

How do you play A on Bass?

To play A on in th 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 A chord?

The A chord contains the notes: A, C♯, E.

How many ways can you play A on Bass?

In th tuning, there are 6 voicings for the A chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: A, C♯, E.

What are other names for A?

A is also known as AM, AΔ, A maj, A Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: A, C♯, E.