Guitar E13 chord diagram
E13 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 1 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play E13, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play E13, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string fret 1. Place middle finger on A string fret 2. Place ring finger on B string fret 2.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and A string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on E13 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from E13 to C#m7 | D♭m7, using on A string, use your ring finger, on B string, use your pinky, and on G string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- To play E13 cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (A string, G string, and B string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- E - G# - B - D - F# - A - C#
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - b7 - 9 - 11 - 13
- Chord Type
- 13th — full and colorful
- Difficulty
- Beginner
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to E13, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. E13 → Amaj7 chord transition
To move from E13 to Amaj7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 2.
2. E13 → C#m/A | D♭m/A chord transition
To move from E13 to C#m/A | D♭m/A, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 2.
3. E13 → C#m/E | D♭m/E chord transition
To move from E13 to C#m/E | D♭m/E, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 2.
4. E13 → E chord transition
To move from E13 to E, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from B string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
5. E13 → E7 chord transition
To move from E13 to E7, follow these steps:
- While playing E13, lift your ring finger from B string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
6. E13 → Am chord transition
To move from E13 to Am, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from A string fret 2 to D string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from B string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from E13 across songs on this site.
1. E13 → C#m7 chord transition
To move from E13 to C#m7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on A string fret 4.
- Slide your middle finger from A string fret 2 to B string fret 5.
- Lift your ring finger from B string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 6.
On Chordier, songs containing E13 use the transition to C#m7 at 100%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using E13 Chord
Popular songs that feature the E13 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the E13 chord on Guitar?
Guitar E13 is easy to start with. The shape covers 2 frets. Short daily repetitions will make transitions smoother.
Can you name songs that feature E13?
In our catalog, Lady Gaga - Die With A Smile Chords is one of 1 songs that include the E13 chord.