C# Mandolin Chord — Chart and Tabs in Standard Tuning

Short answer: C# is a C# Major chord with the notes C♯, E♯, G♯. In Standard tuning, there are 5 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major

How to Play C# on Mandolin

C#, C#M, C#Δ, C#maj, C#Major

Notes: C♯, E♯, G♯

6,6,8,9 (1123)
6,3,4,4 (4123)
6,6,8,4 (2341)
6,6,8,x (112x)
6,3,x,4 (31x2)

Quick Summary

  • The C# chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯
  • In Standard tuning, there are 5 voicings available
  • Also written as: C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Mandolin fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C# chord on Mandolin?

C# is a C# Major chord. It contains the notes C♯, E♯, G♯. On Mandolin in Standard tuning, there are 5 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C# on Mandolin?

To play C# on in Standard tuning, use one of the 5 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the C# chord?

The C# chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯.

How many ways can you play C# on Mandolin?

In Standard tuning, there are 5 voicings for the C# chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: C♯, E♯, G♯.

What are other names for C#?

C# is also known as C#M, C#Δ, C# maj, C# Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C♯, E♯, G♯.