B Mandolin Chord — Chart and Tabs in Mandola Tuning

Short answer: B is a B Major chord with the notes B, D♯, F♯. In Mandola tuning, there are 3 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: BM, BΔ, B maj, B Major

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How to Play B on Mandolin

B, BM, BΔ, Bmaj, BMajor

Notes: B, D♯, F♯

x,4,4,6 (x112)
11,8,9,9 (4123)
11,8,x,9 (31x2)

Quick Summary

  • The B chord contains the notes: B, D♯, F♯
  • In Mandola tuning, there are 3 voicings available
  • Also written as: BM, BΔ, B maj, B Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Mandolin fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the B chord on Mandolin?

B is a B Major chord. It contains the notes B, D♯, F♯. On Mandolin in Mandola tuning, there are 3 ways to play this chord.

How do you play B on Mandolin?

To play B on in Mandola tuning, use one of the 3 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the B chord?

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

How many ways can you play B on Mandolin?

In Mandola tuning, there are 3 voicings for the B chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: B, D♯, F♯.

What are other names for B?

B is also known as BM, BΔ, B maj, B Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: B, D♯, F♯.