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All Things Chords

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Need some help mastering guitar chords? Look no further! Here are some fantastic websites that provide a variety of visual representations to aid your learning. From image-based displays to ASCII charts, there's something here for every learning style. I'll keep this list updated as I discover more valuable resources.

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ASCII Tabs (Beginner)

ASCII Tabs Beginner - New to reading ASCII Tabs? Start with this guide to understand the symbols used and get familiar with their meanings. You'll find a list of definitions and some practical examples to help you on your way.

ASCII Chords 1.2

ASCII Chords 1.2 - With ASCII Chords 1.2, you can easily create chord diagrams by clicking on notes. However, be aware that the website is German-based, so you may need to switch between 'h' and 'b' for the b-string on a guitar.

ASCII Tabs

ASCII Tabs - While not specifically designed for chords, this tool allows you to request individual notes based on a predefined scale. Alternatively, you can ask it to generate multiple notes across multiple strings.

Really Big ASCII Chord Chart

Really Big ASCII Chord Chart - Browse through this comprehensive list of guitar chords, covering nearly all possibilities. While most are played in 1st position, there are some exceptions included. Additionally, you'll find 'figured bass' examples featuring non-root notes in the bass.

Diagrams

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Oolimo.de - Guitar Chords Visualization and more

Fretbo.ar - Fretboard Visualization