C5 Guitar Chord
The C5 chord is a C power chord containing C, G.
How to play the C5 chord
Each diagram runs from the low E string on the left to the high E string on the right. A circle means play the open string and × means mute it.
Notes in the C5 chord
C · G
Practising the C5 chord
Start with the recommended shape. Pick each indicated string separately, correct muted or buzzing notes, then strum slowly. Add an alternative voicing after the first shape feels comfortable.