B 7th Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: B - D# - F# - A
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th
Quick answer
The B7 guitar chord is played as x-2-1-2-0-2 from low E to high E and uses the notes B, D#, F#, A.
- Fret pattern
- x-2-1-2-0-2
- Chord notes
- B, D#, F#, A
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
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How to Play B7
- 1Mute the low E string
- 2Place your index finger on fret 1 of the D string
- 3Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string
- 4Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the G string
- 5Place your pinky finger on fret 2 of the high E string
- 6Play the B string 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.
B 7th Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the B 7th guitar chord?
The B 7th guitar chord uses the notes B, D#, F#, A.
How do you play B7 on guitar?
Play the B7 guitar chord with the x-2-1-2-0-2 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Place your index finger on fret 1 of the D string Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the G string Place your pinky finger on fret 2 of the high E string Play the B string open
What is the formula for B 7th?
The B 7th formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th.