C# 7th Guitar Chord Chart

Notes: C# - F - G# - B

Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7

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

Quick answer

The C#7 guitar chord is played as x-4-3-4-2-0 from low E to high E and uses the notes C#, F, G#, B.

Fret pattern
x-4-3-4-2-0
Chord notes
C#, F, G#, B
Formula
1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7

C#7

×
Standard

C#7

9
E Shape (Fret 9)

C#7

4×
A Shape (Fret 4)

How to Play C#7

  1. 1Mute the low E string
  2. 2Place your index finger on fret 2 of the B string
  3. 3Place your middle finger on fret 3 of the D string
  4. 4Place your ring finger on fret 4 of the A string
  5. 5Place your pinky finger on fret 4 of the G string
  6. 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#, F, G#, B.

How do you play C#7 on guitar?

Play the C#7 guitar chord with the x-4-3-4-2-0 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Place your index finger on fret 2 of the B string Place your middle finger on fret 3 of the D string Place your ring finger on fret 4 of the A string Place your pinky finger on fret 4 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.

C# 7th on Other Instruments

Progressions with C# 7th

Other 7th Chords