Cmaj13 guitar chord (C Major 13th)

Symbols: maj13, M13, maj7(9,13),maj7(6/9)

Steps: 1-3-5-7-9-13

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

The C maj13 chord is a pinnacle of complexity and beauty, combining the major 7th with additional 9th and 13th extensions. Its notes C, E, G, B, D and A create a wide, open soundscape that brings a sense of resolution and sophistication. Below, you'll find three variations how to play the "C maj13" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1
Cmaj13 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Apply a barre with your pinky across the 5th fret, covering the 1st to the 2nd strings
  • Press the G (3rd) string on the 4th fret with your middle finger
  • Place your index finger on the A (5th) string at the 3rd fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string, mute the 4th string

Variation 2
Cmaj13 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Barre the 7th fret with your index finger, extending over the 1st to the 5th strings
  • Place your ring finger on the B (2nd) string at the 8th fret and press down
  • Use your middle finger to press the low E (6th) string down on the 8th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings

Variation 3
Cmaj13 guitar chord - variation 3
  • Place a barre using your pinky on the 10th fret from the 1st to the 2nd strings
  • Place a barre using your middle finger on the 9th fret from the 3rd to the 4th strings
  • Use your index finger to press the low E (6th) string down on the 8th fret
  • To play the chord, strum all the strings, mute the 5th string

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