Guitar G#m | A♭m chord diagram
G#m | A♭m is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 123 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play G#m | A♭m, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play G#m | A♭m, follow these steps: Place index finger on E string, G string, B string, and E string fret 4. Place ring finger on A string fret 6. Place pinky on D string fret 6. G#m can also be written as A♭m; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place E string with your index finger and G string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On E string, press fret 4 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.
- Hold your hand position at base fret 4 for a cleaner tone.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- G# - B - D#
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play G#m | A♭m on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar G#m | A♭m chord diagramx-2-1-1-4-4
Guitar G#m | A♭m chord diagramx-2-1-4-4-4
Guitar G#m | A♭m chord diagram4-x-1-4-4-4
Guitar G#m | A♭m chord diagram4-2-x-1-4-4
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to G#m | A♭m, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. G#m | A♭m → C#sus2 | D♭sus2 chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to C#sus2 | D♭sus2, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 4.
- Lift your ring finger from A string fret 6 and place it on D string fret 6.
- Slide your pinky from D string fret 6 to G string fret 6.
2. G#m | A♭m → G#5 | A♭5 chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to G#5 | A♭5, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your pinky from D string fret 6.
- Keep index finger on E string fret 4.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 6.
3. G#m | A♭m → C#5 | D♭5 chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to C#5 | D♭5, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your pinky from D string fret 6.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 4 and place it on A string fret 4.
- Slide your ring finger from A string fret 6 to D string fret 6.
4. G#m | A♭m → A#m/C | B♭m/C chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to A#m/C | B♭m/C, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your ring finger from A string fret 6.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 4 and place it on A string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from D string fret 6 to G string fret 6.
5. G#m | A♭m → G#m/F# | A♭m/F# chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to G#m/F# | A♭m/F#, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 4 and place it on D string fret 4.
6. G#m | A♭m → G5 chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to G5, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your pinky from D string fret 6.
- Slide your index finger on E string from fret 4 to fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger on A string from fret 6 to fret 5.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from G#m | A♭m across songs on this site.
1. G#m | A♭m → A chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to A, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your pinky from D string fret 6.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 4 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from A string fret 6 to B string fret 2.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing G#m | A♭m use the transition to A at 25.9%. You can practice this transition in 39 different songs.
2. G#m | A♭m → E chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to E, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your pinky from D string fret 6.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 4 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your ring finger from A string fret 6 to D string fret 2.
- Place middle finger on A string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing G#m | A♭m use the transition to E at 23.4%. You can practice this transition in 29 different songs.
3. G#m | A♭m → F# chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to F#, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on E string from fret 4 to fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger on A string from fret 6 to fret 4.
- Slide your pinky on D string from fret 6 to fret 4.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing G#m | A♭m use the transition to F# at 18.6%. You can practice this transition in 22 different songs.
4. G#m | A♭m → C#m chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to C#m, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 4 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your ring finger from A string fret 6 to B string fret 2.
- Lift your pinky from D string fret 6 and place it on A string fret 4.
- Place middle finger on D string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing G#m | A♭m use the transition to C#m at 9.1%. You can practice this transition in 21 different songs.
5. G#m | A♭m → B chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to B, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on E string from fret 4 to fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from A string fret 6 to G string fret 4.
- Lift your pinky from D string fret 6 and place it on B string fret 4.
- Place middle finger on D string fret 4.
On Chordier, songs containing G#m | A♭m use the transition to B at 7.3%. You can practice this transition in 17 different songs.
Compatible Scales
These scales include G#m | A♭m and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Songs Using G#m | A♭m Chord
Popular songs that feature the G#m | A♭m chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the G#m | A♭m chord on Guitar?
G#m | A♭m requires moderate control on Guitar. The voicing covers 3 frets and includes a barre technique. Keep your wrist relaxed to improve accuracy.
Is there a simpler voicing for G#m | A♭m?
You can try an easier Guitar voicing for G#m | A♭m. The alternative voicing uses fingering 4-2-x-1-4-4. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.
What are the most common chord changes from G#m | A♭m on Guitar?
Guitar progressions often pair G#m | A♭m with A and E. Based on our catalog data, G#m | A♭m -> A is tracked 289 times across 39 songs (25.9% share), while G#m | A♭m -> E appears 261 times across 29 songs (23.4% share).
Can you name songs that feature G#m | A♭m?
In our catalog, Ariana Grande - Problem Chords is one of 8 songs that include the G#m | A♭m chord.