E+
Triads · E root
E+
An ambiguous, dreamlike triad built from two stacked major thirds.
0 st4 st8 st
Notes in E+
ERoot
G#3rd
C5th
E is the most natural guitar key — open strings resonate. Dominant in blues, rock, and metal.
Identify the Chord Quality on E
Each chord below is played on E. Listen and identify whether you heard E+, Em, E7, or another quality — the hardest and most useful ear training skill.
Augmented in All 12 Keys
Other Chords in E
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About the E+ Chord
The E+ chord is a augmented chord built on E. It contains the notes E, G#, C — the root, third, and fifth.
An ambiguous, dreamlike triad built from two stacked major thirds. Practising the E+ chord across different voicings and contexts builds the harmonic recognition that lets you identify it instantly in any musical setting — whether in a band mix, a recording, or a live performance.