F Mandolin Chord — Chart and Tabs in Open D Tuning

Short answer: F is a F Major chord with the notes F, A, C. In Open D tuning, there are 6 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: FM, FΔ, F maj, F Major

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How to Play F on Mandolin

F, FM, FΔ, Fmaj, FMajor

Notes: F, A, C

3,7,3,3 (1211)
3,3,3,7 (1112)
3,7,3,7 (1213)
x,3,3,7 (x112)
3,7,3,x (121x)
3,x,3,7 (1x12)

Quick Summary

  • The F chord contains the notes: F, A, C
  • In Open D tuning, there are 6 voicings available
  • Also written as: FM, FΔ, F maj, F Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Mandolin fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the F chord on Mandolin?

F is a F Major chord. It contains the notes F, A, C. On Mandolin in Open D tuning, there are 6 ways to play this chord.

How do you play F on Mandolin?

To play F on in Open D tuning, use one of the 6 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the F chord?

The F chord contains the notes: F, A, C.

How many ways can you play F on Mandolin?

In Open D tuning, there are 6 voicings for the F chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: F, A, C.

What are other names for F?

F is also known as FM, FΔ, F maj, F Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: F, A, C.