Amaj11 guitar chord (A Major 11th)

Symbols: maj11, M11

Steps: 1-3-5-7-9-11

Notes: A-C#-E-G#-B-D

The A maj11 chord is an expansive and rich chord, featuring the major 7th and adding the 9th and 11th for a full-bodied harmonic texture. Its notes A, C#, E, G#, B and D offer a deeply atmospheric quality, perfect for creating serene and ethereal musical landscapes. Below, you'll find one variations how to play the "A maj11" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Amaj11 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 10th fret from the 1st to the 2nd strings
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 13th fret of the G (3rd) string and press down
  • Position your middle finger on the D (4th) string at the 11th fret and press down
  • Press down on the A (5th) string at the 12th fret using your ring finger
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string