Guitar G#m7 | A♭m7 chord diagram
G#m7 | A♭m7 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 1 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play G#m7 | A♭m7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play G#m7 | A♭m7, follow these steps: Place middle finger on E string fret 4. Place ring finger on D string, G string, and B string fret 4. G#m7 can also be written as A♭m7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place E string with your middle finger and D string with your ring finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On E string, press fret 4 with your middle finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on G#m7 | A♭m7 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from G#m7 | A♭m7 to A#m/G# | A#m/A♭ | B♭m/A♭, using on E string, use your ring finger, on D string, use your pinky, on G string, use your pinky, and on B string, use your pinky helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- G# - B - D# - F#
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Minor 7 — jazz and soul feel
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play G#m7 | A♭m7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar G#m7 | A♭m7 chord diagram4-6-4-4-4-4
Guitar G#m7 | A♭m7 chord diagramx-2-1-1-x-2
Guitar G#m7 | A♭m7 chord diagramx-2-4-4-4-4
Guitar G#m7 | A♭m7 chord diagramx-2-1-1-4-2
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to G#m7 | A♭m7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. G#m7 | A♭m7 → A#m/G# | A#m/A♭ | B♭m/A♭ chord transition
To move from G#m7 | A♭m7 to A#m/G# | A#m/A♭ | B♭m/A♭, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 4.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 4 and place it on A string fret 4.
- Place index finger on D string fret 3.
2. G#m7 | A♭m7 → Gm7 chord transition
To move from G#m7 | A♭m7 to Gm7, follow these steps:
- Slide your middle finger on E string from fret 4 to fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger on D string from fret 4 to fret 3.
3. G#m7 | A♭m7 → F#m/A | G♭m/A chord transition
To move from G#m7 | A♭m7 to F#m/A | G♭m/A, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m7 | A♭m7, lift your middle finger from E string fret 4.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 4.
- Place index finger on G string fret 2.
4. G#m7 | A♭m7 → F#m/B | G♭m/B chord transition
To move from G#m7 | A♭m7 to F#m/B | G♭m/B, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m7 | A♭m7, lift your middle finger from E string fret 4.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 4.
- Place index finger on A string fret 2.
5. G#m7 | A♭m7 → F#m/G | G♭m/G chord transition
To move from G#m7 | A♭m7 to F#m/G | G♭m/G, follow these steps:
- Slide your middle finger on E string from fret 4 to fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 4.
- Place index finger on G string fret 2.
6. G#m7 | A♭m7 → Em/D chord transition
To move from G#m7 | A♭m7 to Em/D, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m7 | A♭m7, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from G#m7 | A♭m7 across songs on this site.
1. G#m7 | A♭m7 → Bb chord transition
To move from G#m7 | A♭m7 to Bb, follow these steps:
On Chordier, songs containing G#m7 | A♭m7 use the transition to Bb at 75%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. G#m7 | A♭m7 → C#dim chord transition
To move from G#m7 | A♭m7 to C#dim, follow these steps:
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 4 and place it on B string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from D string fret 4 to E string fret 3.
- Place index finger on D string fret 2.
- Place pinky on A string fret 4.
On Chordier, songs containing G#m7 | A♭m7 use the transition to C#dim at 25%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using G#m7 | A♭m7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the G#m7 | A♭m7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the G#m7 | A♭m7 chord on Guitar?
G#m7 | A♭m7 requires moderate control on Guitar. The voicing covers 1 frets and includes a barre technique. Keep your wrist relaxed to improve accuracy.
Is there a simpler voicing for G#m7 | A♭m7?
You can try an easier Guitar voicing for G#m7 | A♭m7. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-2-1-1-4-2. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.
What are the most common chord changes from G#m7 | A♭m7 on Guitar?
Guitar progressions often pair G#m7 | A♭m7 with Bb and C#dim. Based on our catalog data, G#m7 | A♭m7 -> Bb is tracked 6 times across 1 songs (75% share), while G#m7 | A♭m7 -> C#dim appears 2 times across 1 songs (25% share).
Can you name songs that feature G#m7 | A♭m7?
In our catalog, Paul McCartney - No More Lonely Nights Chords is one of 1 songs that include the G#m7 | A♭m7 chord.