G Mandolin Chord — Chart and Tabs in Open D Tuning

Short answer: G is a G Major chord with the notes G, B, D. In Open D tuning, there are 16 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: GM, GΔ, G maj, G Major

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How to Play G on Mandolin

G, GM, GΔ, Gmaj, GMajor

Notes: G, B, D

5,0,2,0 (2.1.)
5,5,2,0 (231.)
5,0,2,5 (2.13)
x,5,2,0 (x21.)
5,9,5,5 (1211)
5,5,5,9 (1112)
5,9,5,0 (132.)
5,9,5,9 (1213)
5,0,5,9 (1.23)
x,5,5,9 (x112)
5,0,2,x (2.1x)
5,x,2,0 (2x1.)
5,9,5,x (121x)
5,9,x,0 (12x.)
5,x,5,9 (1x12)
5,0,x,9 (1.x2)

Quick Summary

  • The G chord contains the notes: G, B, D
  • In Open D tuning, there are 16 voicings available
  • Also written as: GM, GΔ, G maj, G Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Mandolin fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the G chord on Mandolin?

G is a G Major chord. It contains the notes G, B, D. On Mandolin in Open D tuning, there are 16 ways to play this chord.

How do you play G on Mandolin?

To play G on in Open D tuning, use one of the 16 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the G chord?

The G chord contains the notes: G, B, D.

How many ways can you play G on Mandolin?

In Open D tuning, there are 16 voicings for the G chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: G, B, D.

What are other names for G?

G is also known as GM, GΔ, G maj, G Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: G, B, D.

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