Chord · 6ths & Adds
Eadd2 — E Added 2nd
Eadd2 is the E added 2nd chord. It is built on the root E with major 2nd (F♯), major 3rd (G♯) and perfect 5th (B) above it — the formula 1 2 3 5, sounding the notes E F♯ G♯ B. On the piano it sits at E (octave 4) and above in the library's voicing; the same 4 notes in any octave are still Eadd2.
- Root
- E
- Quality
- Added 2nd
- Formula
- 1 2 3 5
- Notes
- E F♯ G♯ B
On the keyboard
The notes of Eadd2
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root | Pitch |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | E | root | E4 |
| 2 | F♯ | major 2nd | F♯4 |
| 3 | G♯ | major 3rd | G♯4 |
| 5 | B | perfect 5th | B4 |
Other 6ths & adds on E
Added 2nd chords on every root
Part of the chord reference. See also the scales and the keys.