What is a F#5 Chord?
F#5
F#5 Power Chord
String-by-String
E
2
A
4
D
4
G
×
B
×
e
×
F#5 Power Chord is a power chord with just the root F# and perfect fifth C#. Neither major nor minor, it is the backbone of rock, punk, and metal music.
Intervals
RootPerfect 5th
Notes
F#C#
Why does F#5 sound raw and powerful?
The F#5 Power Chord chord gets its raw and powerful character from the combination of its root, perfect 5th. The specific intervals between the notes F#, C#create the harmonic tension and color that define this chord's unique sonic signature.
How to use F#5?
F#5 is commonly used in progressions across many genres. Try substituting it where you would normally play a standard F# chord for added harmonic interest. It pairs well with other chords in the key of F# and can serve as both a foundation and a color chord depending on the context.