• Registered: 2012-03-02
  • Posts: 1

Topic: I need Help reading Mandolin Chords please.

Okay, so I have just starting playing the Mandolin. I have never played any other instruments before. I was on the site and I understand where to place my fingers on the frets, but not  sure what number frets to place them on. If that makes any sense at all. Also What are the little bubble like things on top of the chords?

  • From: Clarion PA
  • Registered: 2008-05-18
  • Posts: 328

Re: I need Help reading Mandolin Chords please.

Unless there is a number beside the fret you start counting down from the nut(the plastic or bone piece the strings cross before the headstock) the bubbles as you call them shows the strings that are played open. If there is a number beside the fret mark that shows you which fret to start on. Hopefully this helps you out.

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