G5 guitar chord
G power chord (G5) in standard tuning (EADGBE). Play the shape 355xxx from the low E string to the high E string. The chord tones are G, D, and the lowest sounding note is G.
Fingering chart
| String | Fret | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 6th (low E) | 3 | G |
| 5th (A) | 5 | D |
| 4th (D) | 5 | G |
| 3rd (G) | Muted | Not played |
| 2nd (B) | Muted | Not played |
| 1st (high E) | Muted | Not played |
Notes and intervals
Formula 1 5. This shape sounds each chord tone.
| Note | Degree | Interval from G | In this shape |
|---|---|---|---|
| G | 1 | Root (0 semitones) | Yes |
| D | 5 | Perfect 5th (7 semitones) | Yes |