Bb 7th Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: Bb - D - F - Ab
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th
Quick answer
The Bb7 guitar chord is played as x-1-3-1-3-1 from low E to high E and uses the notes Bb, D, F, Ab.
- Fret pattern
- x-1-3-1-3-1
- Chord notes
- Bb, D, F, Ab
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
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How to Play Bb7
- 1Mute the low E string
- 2Barre your index finger across fret 1 (A, G, high E strings)
- 3Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the D string
- 4Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the B string
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.
Bb 7th Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the Bb 7th guitar chord?
The Bb 7th guitar chord uses the notes Bb, D, F, Ab.
How do you play Bb7 on guitar?
Play the Bb7 guitar chord with the x-1-3-1-3-1 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Barre your index finger across fret 1 (A, G, high E strings) Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the D string Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the B string
What is the formula for Bb 7th?
The Bb 7th formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th.