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Photo chord diagrams
Shows an actual hand on the neck, which resolves finger-placement questions a grid diagram leaves open.
Product detailSKU #1274034469563
Hal LeonardPicture Chord Encyclopedia Book
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Reference book of guitar chord shapes shown as photos and diagrams. For players who want to look up a chord fast rather than work it out.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Looking up unfamiliar chords while learning a song
- Beginners who read photos better than grids
- Keeping on a stand as a desk reference
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting lessons, exercises or a practice plan
- Anyone needing chords for bass, ukulele or piano
- Advanced players who already build chords from theory
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Encyclopedia format
Organized for lookup by root and chord type, not designed to be worked through front to back.
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Guitar-specific
Shapes assume six strings in standard tuning; they will not transfer to other stringed instruments.
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Print book
No search function, so you find chords by flipping — faster than an app for some, slower for others.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Reference only — no songs, exercises or progressions included
- 02Assumes standard tuning; altered tunings are not covered
- 03No audio or online access included
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this good for a complete beginner?
Yes for looking up shapes, since photos show exact finger placement. But it teaches no strumming, rhythm or song structure, so pair it with a method book.
02How many chords does it cover?
It is an encyclopedia-style reference covering chord types across all roots. Check the contents for the specific voicings and types you need.
03Does it work for left-handed players?
The photos show a right-handed player. Lefties can still read the finger positions but will need to mirror them mentally.
04Is it for electric or acoustic?
Both. Chord shapes are the same on any six-string guitar in standard tuning.
