Which of these are the F and B major chords?

[geetarmanic]

Hi all... i've seen two different versions (i guess both might be right), but which are the more popular or the ones to learn?

F major : this version or this barred one?

B major: this one or this one with the added 5th string?

Thanks in advance.

[SimsUK]

Both versions (voicings) for each chord are perfectly fine.

A chord needs to contain only three different notes to qualify as a chord. For any major chord, like the ones in question, these notes are the first, third, and fifth notes in the major scale (Do, Re, Mi. . .).

So that means you're looking at F, A, and C notes in an F Major chord and B, D#, and F# in a B Major chord. The charts you're looking at adequately voice the chords, so you're good to go with either fingering.

There are literally dozens upon dozens upon dozens of ways to voice (play) any chord on the guitar. So play what sounds best.

[KicknGuitar]

SimsUK is spot on. Play what fits you liking, the Barred chords seem to be the most popular between the two. It also forces you to stretch and use more strength in the barred chords.

A quick little theory lesson on why the chords are "correct."
There are actual terms for both types. Both F Major chords you showed are called F Major in Root Position.
The First B Major chord was a second inversion. The "barred" B Major was in root position.
Root Position is when the Tonic or root is the lowest note in the chord. They also call the lowest note the "bass note."
First Inversion is when the Mediant or third interval is the lowest note in the chord.
Second Inversion is when the Dominant or fifth interval is the lowest note in the chord.
Third Inversion is when the Submediant or seventh interval is the lowest in the chord.

Hope this helped.

[Machtimus]

Generally speaking, for your basic triadical chord voicings, your bar chords are going to be a little more atmospheric as they contain more notes (octave harmonies).

[geo3217]

triadical? Are you trying to make sure he never comes back?