E 4-String Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Dim Tuning

Short answer: E is a E Major chord with the notes E, G♯, B. In Dim tuning, there are 14 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: EM, EΔ, E maj, E Major

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How to Play E on 4-String Banjo

E, EM, EΔ, Emaj, EMajor

Notes: E, G♯, B

4,5,5,0 (123.)
4,1,5,0 (213.)
4,1,2,3 (4123)
x,1,5,0 (x12.)
4,5,5,3 (2341)
x,1,2,3 (x123)
4,5,2,3 (3412)
4,8,5,0 (132.)
4,5,5,8 (1234)
4,x,5,0 (1x2.)
4,5,5,x (123x)
4,x,2,3 (3x12)
4,8,x,0 (12x.)
4,5,x,3 (23x1)

Quick Summary

  • The E chord contains the notes: E, G♯, B
  • In Dim tuning, there are 14 voicings available
  • Also written as: EM, EΔ, E maj, E Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the 4-String Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the E chord on 4-String Banjo?

E is a E Major chord. It contains the notes E, G♯, B. On 4-String Banjo in Dim tuning, there are 14 ways to play this chord.

How do you play E on 4-String Banjo?

To play E on in Dim tuning, use one of the 14 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 4-String Banjo?

In Dim tuning, there are 14 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 EM, EΔ, E maj, E Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: E, G♯, B.

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