Chord name helper
What chord is this guitar shape?
Some guitar shapes have more than one honest name. ChordStash helps you test likely roots, see possible chord names, and keep the version that fits your song.
Why this helps
- Try root choices when a voicing could be named several ways.
- Keep slash-chord and inversion ambiguity visible instead of pretending there is always one answer.
- Save the shape after you pick the name that matches the musical context.
Chord names depend on context
The same notes can imply different names depending on bass note, root, key, and function. ChordStash keeps that ambiguity practical.
A helper, not a theory oracle
Use the suggestions as a starting point, then choose the name that fits the tune, progression, or teaching context.
Common questions
Can one guitar shape have multiple chord names?
Yes. The same notes can imply different names depending on root, bass note, key, and musical function.
Does ChordStash pick the only correct chord name?
No. ChordStash is a helper for likely names and root choices, not a replacement for musical context.