G 7th Guitar Chord Chart

Notes: G - B - D - F

Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7

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

Quick answer

The G7 guitar chord is played as 3-2-0-0-0-1 from low E to high E and uses the notes G, B, D, F.

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

G7

Standard

G7

E Shape (Fret 3)

G7

10×
A Shape (Fret 10)

How to Play G7

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

G 7th Guitar Chord FAQ

What notes are in the G 7th guitar chord?

The G 7th guitar chord uses the notes G, B, D, F.

How do you play G7 on guitar?

Play the G7 guitar chord with the 3-2-0-0-0-1 fret pattern from low E to high E. Place your index finger on fret 1 of the high E string Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the low E string Play the D, G, B strings open

What is the formula for G 7th?

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

G 7th on Other Instruments

Progressions with G 7th

Other 7th Chords