E Major 7th Guitar Chord Chart

Notes: E - G# - B - D#

Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - 7

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

Quick answer

The Emaj7 guitar chord is played as 0-2-1-1-0-0 from low E to high E and uses the notes E, G#, B, D#.

Fret pattern
0-2-1-1-0-0
Chord notes
E, G#, B, D#
Formula
1 - 3 - 5 - 7

Emaj7

Standard

How to Play Emaj7

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

About Major 7th Chords

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

E Major 7th Guitar Chord FAQ

What notes are in the E Major 7th guitar chord?

The E Major 7th guitar chord uses the notes E, G#, B, D#.

How do you play Emaj7 on guitar?

Play the Emaj7 guitar chord with the 0-2-1-1-0-0 fret pattern from low E to high E. Place your index finger on fret 1 of the D string Place your middle finger on fret 1 of the G string Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the A string Play the low E, B, high E strings open

What is the formula for E Major 7th?

The E Major 7th formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - 7: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Major 7th.

E Major 7th on Other Instruments

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