C#b5 Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Kapo 2 Tuning

Short answer: C#b5 is a C# ♭5 chord with the notes C♯, E♯, G. In Kapo 2 tuning, there are 11 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: C#Mb5, C#Δ-5

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How to Play C#b5 on Banjo

C#b5, C#Mb5, C#Δ-5

Notes: C♯, E♯, G

x,x,4,3,3 (xx211)
x,x,4,5,1 (xx231)
4,x,4,3,3 (2x311)
4,x,4,5,1 (2x341)
10,11,8,11,x (2314x)
8,11,10,11,x (1324x)
10,11,8,x,9 (341x2)
8,11,10,x,9 (143x2)
8,x,4,5,x (3x12x)
8,11,10,x,x (132xx)
10,11,8,x,x (231xx)

Quick Summary

  • The C#b5 chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G
  • In Kapo 2 tuning, there are 11 voicings available
  • Also written as: C#Mb5, C#Δ-5
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C#b5 chord on Banjo?

C#b5 is a C# ♭5 chord. It contains the notes C♯, E♯, G. On Banjo in Kapo 2 tuning, there are 11 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C#b5 on Banjo?

To play C#b5 on in Kapo 2 tuning, use one of the 11 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the C#b5 chord?

The C#b5 chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G.

How many ways can you play C#b5 on Banjo?

In Kapo 2 tuning, there are 11 voicings for the C#b5 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: C♯, E♯, G.

What are other names for C#b5?

C#b5 is also known as C#Mb5, C#Δ-5. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C♯, E♯, G.