A 7th Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: A - C# - E - G
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th
Quick answer
The A7 guitar chord is played as x-0-2-0-2-0 from low E to high E and uses the notes A, C#, E, G.
- Fret pattern
- x-0-2-0-2-0
- Chord notes
- A, C#, E, G
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
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How to Play A7
- 1Mute the low E string
- 2Place your index finger on fret 2 of the D string
- 3Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the B string
- 4Play the A, G, high E strings open
About 7th Chords
A major chord with an added minor 7th. Dominant 7th chords create tension that wants to resolve, making them essential in blues, jazz, and rock.
A 7th Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the A 7th guitar chord?
The A 7th guitar chord uses the notes A, C#, E, G.
How do you play A7 on guitar?
Play the A7 guitar chord with the x-0-2-0-2-0 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Place your index finger on fret 2 of the D string Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the B string Play the A, G, high E strings open
What is the formula for A 7th?
The A 7th formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th.