Awesome Chord: G5 [3 5 5 X X X] (Free Video Lesson)

Want some extra power in your guitar playing? Then, check out G5, an awesome sounding power chord that is easy and fun to play! This chord only uses three notes and it's shape can be moved up and down the fretboard. Remember to form this chord starting on the 3rd fret.

How to Play G5 on the Guitar:

• Place your Left Index Finger on the 6th String, 3rd fret
• Place your Left Ring Finger on the 5th String, 5th fret
• Place your Left Pinky on the 4th String, 5th fret
• Strings 1, 2, and 3 are not used in this G5 chord

Definitely make sure to experiment with this chord shape and move it up and down the fretboard to produce other power chords. Lots of popular songs make use of this sound, so this is an awesome chord you'll want to keep in mind!

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