G#m(maj7) chord on ukulele
G Sharp Minor Major Seventh, also written Abm(maj7). Notes: G#, B, D# and G.
How to play G#m(maj7)
- Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#).
- Put your middle finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
- Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 3 (D#).
- Put your pinky finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 3 (G).
- Strum all four strings.
All 4 ways to play G#m(maj7)
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 1 position
EasyBarre at fret 4
MediumBarre at fret 8
HardBarre at fret 11
HardNotes and theory
The minor-major seventh puts a major seventh on a minor triad. It is the classic spy-movie and Bond-theme chord. The formula is 1 b3 5 7, and you will also see it written as G#mmaj7, G#mM7 and G#m/maj7. Strictly by music theory the notes are spelled G#, B, D# and F##; F## is the same key as G.
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Questions
What notes are in the G#m(maj7) chord?
G#m(maj7) (G sharp minor major seventh) is made of four notes: G# (root), B (minor third), D# (perfect fifth) and G (major seventh).
How do you play G#m(maj7) on ukulele?
The easiest G#m(maj7) is the "fret 1 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#). Put your middle finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B). Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 3 (D#).
Is G#m(maj7) hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 4 fretted notes.
What does a minor major seventh chord sound like?
The minor-major seventh puts a major seventh on a minor triad. It is the classic spy-movie and Bond-theme chord.