Emaj13 guitar chord (E Major 13th)

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

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

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

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

Variation 1

Barre the 2nd fret with your middle finger, extending over the 1st to the 2nd strings
Barre the 1st fret with your index finger, extending over the 3rd to the 4th strings
To play the chord, strum all the strings, mute the 5th string

Variation 2

Place a barre using your index finger on the 4th fret from the 1st to the 2nd strings
Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 6th fret using your ring finger
Position your middle finger on the D (4th) string at the 6th fret and press down
Stretch out your pinky to the 7th fret of the A (5th) string and press down
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 3

Barre the 9th fret with your pinky, extending over the 1st to the 2nd strings
Use your middle finger to press the G (3rd) string down on the 8th fret
Press down on the A (5th) string at the 7th fret using your index finger
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string, mute the 4th string

Variation 4

Place a barre using your index finger on the 11th fret from the 1st to the 5th strings
Press down on the B (2nd) string at the 12th fret using your ring finger
Position your middle finger on the low E (6th) string at the 12th fret and press down
Now, strum all the strings

Variation 5

Apply a barre with your pinky across the 14th fret, covering the 1st to the 2nd strings
Apply a barre with your middle finger across the 13th fret, covering the 3rd to the 4th strings
Position your index finger on the low E (6th) string at the 12th fret and press down
To play the chord, strum all the strings, mute the 5th string

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