When playing the 10th fret on the 5th string, what note do you play?

When you play the 10th fret on the 5th string (the A string) of the guitar, you are playing a D note. This is because the 5th string is tuned to A, and as you move up the fretboard, each fret represents a half-step increase in pitch.

Starting from the open 5th string (A), the notes on the frets are as follows:

• Open string (0) is A

• 1st fret is A#/Bb

• 2nd fret is B

• 3rd fret is C

• 4th fret is C#/Db

• 5th fret is D

Continuing this pattern, the 10th fret is indeed a D note. This understanding of fret positioning is crucial for navigating the fretboard effectively and will significantly aid in your ability to jam and improvise.

Knowing the notes on the fretboard will enhance your musical vocabulary and give you more options for playing melodies and harmonies in your guitar playing.