Finger Positions

A#mbb5/E diagram
Root Note A#
Name A# minor double flat fifth over E
Intervals 1P-3m-4P
Relative Minor C#
Notes E, A#, C#, D#
Aliases

How to play the A#mbb5/E Chord

The A#mbb5/E is a fundamental minor chord in guitar music. To play this chord correctly, ensure your fingers are placed precisely on the frets indicated in the diagram above.

Music Theory Analysis

From a theoretical perspective, the A# minor double flat fifth over E is built using the 1P, 3m, 4P intervals. In the key of A# Major, this chord functions as the I chord.

Common Progressions

In music composition, the A#mbb5/E chord is often used to create tension or resolution.

I-V-vi-IV

vi-IV-I-V

The Diatonic Family

Understanding the "family" of chords that belong to A# helps with transposition and ear training.

Scale Compatibility

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* 0 scales found containing the notes E, A#, C#, D#.

Acoustic & Digital Analysis

Digital footprint of the A#mbb5/E chord for MIDI programming and synthesizer sound design.

MIDI Numbers 64, 70, 61, 63
Frequencies (Hz)

329.6275569128699, 466.1637615180899, 277.1826309768721, 311.1269837220809