Guitar F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord diagram
F#maj7 | G♭maj7 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play F#maj7 | G♭maj7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play F#maj7 | G♭maj7, follow these steps: Place index finger on E string, B string, and E string fret 2. Place middle finger on D string fret 3. Place ring finger on G string fret 3. Place pinky on A string fret 4. F#maj7 can also be written as G♭maj7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place E string with your index finger and B string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On E string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- F# - A# - C# - F
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 7
- Chord Type
- Major 7 — warm and lush
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play F#maj7 | G♭maj7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord diagram2-4-3-3-2-2
Guitar F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord diagramx-1-3-3-2-2
Guitar F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord diagramx-4-3-3-2-2
Guitar F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord diagramx-1-4-3-2-1
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to F#maj7 | G♭maj7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → A#m/B | B♭m/B chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to A#m/B | B♭m/B, follow these steps:
- While playing F#maj7 | G♭maj7, lift your pinky from A string fret 4.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
2. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → A#sus4 | B♭sus4 chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to A#sus4 | B♭sus4, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on D string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from A string fret 4 to B string fret 4.
3. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → F# | G♭ chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to F# | G♭, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from D string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger from G string fret 3 to A string fret 4.
- Lift your pinky from A string fret 4 and place it on D string fret 4.
4. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → Gm/B chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to Gm/B, follow these steps:
- While playing F#maj7 | G♭maj7, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from D string fret 3 to G string fret 3.
5. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → A#aug | B♭aug chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to A#aug | B♭aug, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from D string fret 3 to G string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on B string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from A string fret 4 to D string fret 4.
6. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → B chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to B, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger on D string from fret 3 to fret 4.
- Slide your ring finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 4.
- Lift your pinky from A string fret 4 and place it on B string fret 4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is F#maj7 | G♭maj7 easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar F#maj7 | G♭maj7 is generally intermediate. It spans 3 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play F#maj7 | G♭maj7?
There is a simpler alternative for F#maj7 | G♭maj7 on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-1-4-3-2-1. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.