A maj7 chord for guitar (Amaj7)
Diagram, fingering, and theory for the A maj7 chord (Amaj7) on guitar: A · C# · E · G#.
Root
Chord
DiagramAmaj7
Stacked thirds
1
3M
5
7M
Theory
Formula1-3-5-7
DifferenceMajor triad + major 7th.
SoundSweet, sophisticated, dreamy.
FunctionTonic (Imaj7) or IVmaj7.
UseJazz, bossa, neo-soul.
Next steps
△TriadsSee the triads and inversions on the fretboard∷ArpeggiosPlay the chord note by note⚿ProgressionsUse it in a chord progression
Diagram for guitar in standard tuning.
A maj7
The A maj7 chord (Amaj7) is made up of: A · C# · E · G#.
Jazz, bossa, neo-soul.