What fret is the capo on for the song Breaking Out?

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

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Q: How to play the easy chords for Breaking Out (The Protomen)?

To play the Easy Chords for Breaking Out, 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.

Q: 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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Key: BM

110 BPM

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)

Strum: ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

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Easy Chord Tip: Use capo on fret 2 — use Am chord shapes. Pelajari Smart Capo →

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Song Fundamentals

Key Bm (B Minor)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)

Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Easy

Capo Position Capo Fret 2

Chord Count 3 Unique Chords

Genre nerdcore

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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

Time Signature 4/4

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Breaking Out by The Protomen is played in the key of Bm. Originally recorded in the sounding key of Bm, 'Breaking Out' by The Protomen is best approached with a Capo placed on Fret 2, enabling guitarists to execute friendly Am shapes while fully preserving the studio pitch. The tricky Bm barre can be effortlessly simplified using an open Bm7 (x20202) shape, removing the need for five-string index finger pressure across the second fret while maintaining clean note clarity. Moving smoothly between Bm and G demands finger discipline: lead with your ring finger toward the target fret as an anchor before locking down the remaining fingers firmly on the strings. 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)

i – VI – ♭VII – VI – ♭VII – i

Song chords:

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Bm G A

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

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This song focuses on a minimalist 3-chord foundation.

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

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key BM Acoustic pitch of original recording

Capo Fret 2 sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key AM Open chord finger positions

Placing a Capo on Fret 2 transforms fingering into Am, maintaining Bm sound without complex barre chords.

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Diatonic Matrix

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

i Bm Tonic

ii° C#dim Supertonic

III D Mediant

iv Em Subdominant

v F#m Dominant

VI G Submediant

VII A Subtonic

speed Difficulty Level: Easy

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

check_circle Uses 3 unique chords throughout the song

check_circle Requires 1 barre chord shapes (Bm)

check_circle Capo on fret 2 is recommended for optimal finger comfort

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: BM • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: i – VI – ♭VII – VI – ♭VII – i • DIFF: 2/5 • CAPO: 2

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Breaking Out (The Protomen)?

To play the Easy Chords for Breaking Out, 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 Breaking Out?

The original recording key for Breaking Out by The Protomen is BM. 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: Easy

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ Breaking Out

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