C 7th Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: C - E - G - Bb
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th
Quick answer
The C7 guitar chord is played as x-3-2-3-1-0 from low E to high E and uses the notes C, E, G, Bb.
- Fret pattern
- x-3-2-3-1-0
- Chord notes
- C, E, G, Bb
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
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How to Play C7
- 1Mute the low E string
- 2Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B string
- 3Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the D string
- 4Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the A string
- 5Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the G string
- 6Play the high E 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.
C 7th Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the C 7th guitar chord?
The C 7th guitar chord uses the notes C, E, G, Bb.
How do you play C7 on guitar?
Play the C7 guitar chord with the x-3-2-3-1-0 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B string Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the D string Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the A string Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the G string Play the high E string open
What is the formula for C 7th?
The C 7th formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th.