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Abmaj7 chord

Ab major 7th · also written G#maj7

C4
Ab
C
Eb
G

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Notes

  • Ab
    R
  • C
    3
  • Eb
    5
  • G
    7

Formula: R – 3 – 5 – 7

Abmaj7 inversions

The same notes, with a different note in the bass.

Root position Abmaj7

C4
Ab
C
Eb
G

1st inversion Abmaj7/C

C
Eb
G
Ab
C6

2nd inversion Abmaj7/Eb

C5
Eb
G
Ab
C

3rd inversion Abmaj7/G

C5
G
Ab
C
Eb

FAQ

What notes are in the Abmaj7 chord?

The Ab major 7th chord (Abmaj7) has 4 notes: Ab, C, Eb and G.

How do you play Abmaj7 on the piano?

Put your right hand on Ab, C, Eb and G, starting from Ab. A common fingering for three-note chords is thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).

What is the formula of a major 7th chord?

R – 3 – 5 – 7 (in semitones from the root: 0, 4, 7, 11).

Is Abmaj7 the same as G#maj7?

Yes. Ab and G# are the same key on the piano (enharmonic), so Abmaj7 and G#maj7 sound the same.