Accessible Page: G#7b5 Guitar Chord - Guitar Chords Chart

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Chord Shapes

There are 3 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 4 of the high E string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the low E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the A string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 7 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the B string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

G# 7b5 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the G# 7b5 chord, a member of the Dominant Chords family. This chord, also known as the G# dominant seventh flat five, is composed of the notes G#, B#, D, and F#. The intervals that build this chord are 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), b5 (Diminished Fifth), and b7 (Minor Seventh). These intervals are what give this chord its unique sound and character.

If you are new to the world of guitar chords, you might want to check out our full tutorial about guitar chords of all types to get a broader understanding. For those wanting to dive deeper into the theory behind chords, our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals will be of great help.

The G# 7b5 chord belongs to the family of dominant chords, which are often used in blues, jazz, funk, and rock music. They are known for their tense and unresolved sound, which makes them perfect for creating tension before a resolution to another chord.

In this tutorial, we will provide you with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns showing the tones composing the G# 7b5 chord. This will help you visually understand the structure of this chord and make it easier for you to play it on your guitar. If you are interested in learning more about fretboard intervals and chord notation, our tutorial about fretboard intervals and tutorial on chord notation will be very useful.

So let's dive into the world of the G# 7b5 chord and start creating some beautiful music!

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