Am7 guitar chord
The Am7 chord (A minor 7th) is built from the notes A, C, E and G, formula 1–b3–5–b7. It appears in G major (as ii7), F major (as iii7) and C major (as vi7).
- Notes
- A C E G
- Type
- minor 7th
- Level
- Beginner
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x02010How to play Am7
The standard open Am7 shape is x02010. It needs 2 fingers and stays in the first few frets, so it is one of the chords most players learn early.
Mellow and smooth, common in soul, R&B, jazz and laid-back pop.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Am7 chord?
Am7 contains A, C, E and G. Its formula is 1–b3–5–b7.
Is Am7 hard to play on guitar?
No. The open shape (x02010) is beginner-friendly and doesn't need a barre.
What can I play instead of Am7?
Am is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Am7 is too hard or too busy.