E
Triads · E root
E
The brightest, most stable triad. The foundation of Western tonal music.
0 st4 st7 st
Notes in E
ERoot
G#3rd
B5th
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.
Major in All 12 Keys
Other Chords in E
Related Triads
About the E Chord
The E chord is a major chord built on E. It contains the notes E, G#, B — the root, third, and fifth.
The brightest, most stable triad. The foundation of Western tonal music. 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.