Barre Chord Survival Guide

Master barre chords with progressive drills and real-world tips.

Fix buzz, build strength, and conquer F & Bm.

Setup

  • Thumb centered behind neck
  • Index close to fret wire
  • Elbow slightly forward
  • Light pressure first, then add

Mini-Barres

  • 2-string barre (B & high E)
  • 3-string barre (G–B–E)
  • Check each string rings

Daily Drill

  • 10s hold — 5s rest × 5
  • Slow strums F and Bm
  • Transition F ↔ C, Bm ↔ D

Troubleshooting

  • Buzz on B string → roll index slightly toward thumb
  • Tired forearm → relax grip, micro-breaks every 30s
  • Muffled high E → move index closer to fret