Gm(maj7)b5 chord on ukulele
G Minor Major Seventh Flat Five. Notes: G, Bb, Db and F#.
How to play Gm(maj7)b5
- Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (Db).
- Put your middle finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 1 (Bb).
- Put your ring finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 2 (F#).
- Let the open G string ring.
- Strum all four strings.
Lowest note: G (the root)Strings played: 4 of 4Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Gm(maj7)b5
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 3
MediumFret 9 position
HardBarre at fret 6
HardNotes and theory
Groot
Bbb3 · minor third
Dbb5 · diminished fifth
F#7 · major seventh
The m(maj7)b5 is a diminished triad with a major seventh, a rare and very tense jazz chord. The formula is 1 b3 b5 7.
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Questions
What notes are in the Gm(maj7)b5 chord?
Gm(maj7)b5 (G minor major seventh flat five) is made of four notes: G (root), Bb (minor third), Db (diminished fifth) and F# (major seventh).
How do you play Gm(maj7)b5 on ukulele?
The easiest Gm(maj7)b5 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (Db). Put your middle finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 1 (Bb). Put your ring finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 2 (F#).
Is Gm(maj7)b5 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a minor major seventh flat five chord sound like?
The m(maj7)b5 is a diminished triad with a major seventh, a rare and very tense jazz chord.