B5 4-String Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Irish Tuning

Short answer: B5 is a B 5 chord with the notes B, F♯. In Irish tuning, there are 10 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

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How to Play B5 on 4-String Banjo

B5

Notes: B, F♯

4,4,2,2 (2311)
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x,9,9,7 (x231)
4,x,2,2 (2x11)
4,4,2,x (231x)
4,4,x,2 (23x1)
4,4,x,7 (11x2)
x,9,9,x (x11x)
4,4,x,x (11xx)
4,x,x,2 (2xx1)

Quick Summary

  • The B5 chord contains the notes: B, F♯
  • In Irish tuning, there are 10 voicings available
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the 4-String Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the B5 chord on 4-String Banjo?

B5 is a B 5 chord. It contains the notes B, F♯. On 4-String Banjo in Irish tuning, there are 10 ways to play this chord.

How do you play B5 on 4-String Banjo?

To play B5 on in Irish tuning, use one of the 10 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the B5 chord?

The B5 chord contains the notes: B, F♯.

How many ways can you play B5 on 4-String Banjo?

In Irish tuning, there are 10 voicings for the B5 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: B, F♯.