What is Eb Major?
The Eb Major guitar chord is formed by the notes Eb – G – Bb and is played using the fingering x68886. It’s a major chord commonly used in Eb-Bb-Cm-Ab.
Eb Major Chord Diagram
Standard Position
6th (E) string: Don't play
5th (A) string: 6th fret
4th (D) string: 8th fret
3rd (G) string: 8th fret
2nd (B) string: 8th fret
1st (E) string: 6th fret
How to Play Eb Major
- Place fingertips close to the fret wire using the diagram x68886.
- Arch fingers so they don’t touch adjacent strings; keep thumb behind the neck.
- Pick each string to check for buzz or mute; adjust pressure and curl.
- Strum slow down-strums; add down–down–up–up–down–up when clean.
Pro Tip: Practice chord changes with a metronome at 70–90 BPM for one-minute rounds.
Eb Major Variations
Ebmaj7
x68786
Add 7th for sophisticated harmony
Popular Songs Using Eb Major
Famous Examples:
- • Clocks
- • Fix You
More Hits:
- • The Scientist
Common Chord Progressions with Eb Major
Eb-Bb-Cm-Ab
Popular progression in key of Eb
Eb-Ab-Bb
A popular progression used in many songs
Eb-Fm-Bb
A popular progression used in many songs
Practice Tips for Eb Major
1. High Barre
This chord is played higher on the neck, requiring good barre technique
Music Theory Behind Eb Major
Notes in Eb Major: Eb - G - Bb
Scale: Eb - F - G - Ab - Bb - C - D - Eb
Key Signature: 3 flats (Bb, Eb, Ab)
Relative Minor: C minor
Eb major is common in jazz and classical music
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Master Eb Major Today!
Eb Major is a stepping stone to advanced playing. Take your time and practice regularly!