Abmaj7 guitar chord
The Abmaj7 chord (Ab major 7th) is built from the notes Ab, C, Eb and G, formula 1–3–5–7. It appears in Ab major (as Imaj7) and Eb major (as IVmaj7).
- Notes
- Ab C Eb G
- Type
- major 7th
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 4
43101xHow to play Abmaj7
The easiest Abmaj7 shape is 43101x, starting around fret 1. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Soft and dreamy. The major 7th adds a gentle, jazzy shimmer to a major chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Abmaj7 chord?
Abmaj7 contains Ab, C, Eb and G. Its formula is 1–3–5–7.
Is Abmaj7 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 43101x. A shortcut: put a capo on fret 1 and play an open Gmaj7 shape.
What can I play instead of Abmaj7?
Ab is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Abmaj7 is too hard or too busy.