C Guitar Chord — Chart and Tabs in Collins Tuning

Short answer: C is a C Major chord with the notes C, E, G. In Collins tuning, there are 8 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major

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How to Play C on Guitar

C, CM, CΔ, Cmaj, CMajor

Notes: C, E, G

11,11,11,11,11,11 (111111)
x,x,11,11,11,11 (xx1111)
x,x,x,7,8,6 (xxx231)
11,x,11,11,11,11 (1x1111)
x,4,6,x,4,3 (x24x31)
x,4,3,7,x,6 (x214x3)
x,4,6,x,8,6 (x12x43)
x,4,6,x,8,x (x12x3x)

Quick Summary

  • The C chord contains the notes: C, E, G
  • In Collins tuning, there are 8 voicings available
  • Also written as: CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Guitar fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C chord on Guitar?

C is a C Major chord. It contains the notes C, E, G. On Guitar in Collins tuning, there are 8 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C on Guitar?

To play C on in Collins tuning, use one of the 8 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 Guitar?

In Collins tuning, there are 8 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 CM, CΔ, C maj, C Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C, E, G.

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