B#5 Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Cumberland Tuning

Short answer: B#5 is a B# 5 chord with the notes B♯, F♯♯. In Cumberland tuning, there are 7 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Looking for B#5 (Standard (Open G) Tuning)?

How to Play B#5 on Banjo

B#5

Notes: B♯, F♯♯

x,8,10,10,8 (x1231)
x,x,10,10,8 (xx231)
x,x,10,10,x (xx11x)
x,8,10,x,8 (x12x1)
x,8,10,10,x (x123x)
x,x,10,x,8 (xx2x1)
x,8,10,x,x (x12xx)

Quick Summary

  • The B#5 chord contains the notes: B♯, F♯♯
  • In Cumberland tuning, there are 7 voicings available
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the B#5 chord on Banjo?

B#5 is a B# 5 chord. It contains the notes B♯, F♯♯. On Banjo in Cumberland tuning, there are 7 ways to play this chord.

How do you play B#5 on Banjo?

To play B#5 on in Cumberland tuning, use one of the 7 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the B#5 chord?

The B#5 chord contains the notes: B♯, F♯♯.

How many ways can you play B#5 on Banjo?

In Cumberland tuning, there are 7 voicings for the B#5 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: B♯, F♯♯.