A Major 7th Guitar Chord

Notes: A - C# - E - G#

Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - 7

Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Major 7th

Amaj7

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Standard

Amaj7

5
E Shape (Fret 5)

How to Play Amaj7

  1. 1Mute the low E string
  2. 2Place your index finger on fret 1 of the G string
  3. 3Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the D string
  4. 4Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the B string
  5. 5Play the A, high E strings open

About Major 7th Chords

A major chord with an added major 7th. Major 7th chords sound lush, jazzy, and sophisticated.

A Major 7th on Other Instruments

Piano

Other A Chords

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Other Major 7th Chords

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