What fret is the capo on for the song From the Ashes?

The song From the Ashes by ILLENIUM uses a capo on fret 2. Using a capo allows you to play the song with open chord shapes without difficult barre chords.

From the Ashes

Q: How to play the easy chords for From the Ashes (ILLENIUM)?

To play the Easy Chords for From the Ashes, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 2 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

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Key: C

110 BPM

Tuning: Standard

Strum: ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

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Easy Chord Tip: Use capo on fret 2 — use A# chord shapes.

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info About This Song

Song Fundamentals

Key C (C Major)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)

Tuning Standard

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Medium

Capo Position Capo Fret 2

Chord Count 6 Unique Chords

Genre Edm

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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

Time Signature 4/4

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From the Ashes by ILLENIUM is played in the key of C. Originally recorded in the sounding key of C, 'From the Ashes' by ILLENIUM is best approached with a Capo placed on Fret 2, enabling guitarists to execute friendly A# shapes while fully preserving the studio pitch. To prevent hand fatigue on the challenging F barre chord, beginners can comfortably substitute an open Fmaj7 (xx3210) or small four-string F (xx3211) without sacrificing harmonic richness or vocal support. The pivotal chord transition occurs between Am and F: anchor your index finger as a pivot guide and keep your fingertips close to the frets to prevent hesitation on the downbeat. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 79 BPM in 4/4 time to master the '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' strumming groove, emphasizing steady downstrokes on beats one and three before accelerating toward the studio speed of 110 BPM.

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Harmonic Progression

Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)

vi – IV – I – V

Song chords:

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Am F C G

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

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G/B B

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key C Acoustic pitch of original recording

Capo Fret 2 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key A# Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 2 transforms fingering into A#, maintaining C sound without complex barre chords.

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piano Chord Family C

Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of C. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

I C Tonic

ii Dm Supertonic

iii Em Mediant

IV F Subdominant

V G Dominant

vi Am Submediant

vii° Bdim Leading

speed Difficulty Level: Medium

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

check_circle Uses 6 unique chords throughout the song

check_circle Requires 2 barre chord shapes (F, B)

check_circle Capo on fret 2 is recommended for optimal finger comfort

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: C • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: vi – IV – I – V • DIFF: 3/5 • CAPO: 2

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for From the Ashes (ILLENIUM)?

To play the Easy Chords for From the Ashes, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords with Capo on Fret 2 to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for From the Ashes?

The original recording key for From the Ashes by ILLENIUM is C. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?

Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.

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speed Difficulty Level: Medium

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ From the Ashes

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quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for From the Ashes?

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