Ukulele A#7 | B♭7 chord diagram
A#7 | B♭7 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 8 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play A#7 | B♭7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play A#7 | B♭7, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string, E string, and A string fret 1. Place middle finger on C string fret 2. A#7 can also be written as B♭7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and E string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on A#7 | B♭7 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from A#7 | B♭7 to F#add9 | G♭add9, using on the C string, use your ring finger, on the G string, use your middle finger, on the E string, use your middle finger, and on the A string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- A# - D - F - G#
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Dominant 7 — blues and funk tone
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play A#7 | B♭7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele A#7 | B♭7 chord diagram1-2-1-1
Ukulele A#7 | B♭7 chord diagram1-2-4-1
Ukulele A#7 | B♭7 chord diagram3-2-4-1
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to A#7 | B♭7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. A#7 | B♭7 → F#add9 | G♭add9 chord transition
To move from A#7 | B♭7 to F#add9 | G♭add9, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from C string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
2. A#7 | B♭7 → A#m7 | B♭m7 chord transition
To move from A#7 | B♭7 to A#m7 | B♭m7, follow these steps:
- While playing A#7 | B♭7, lift your middle finger from C string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
3. A#7 | B♭7 → C#7 | D♭7 chord transition
To move from A#7 | B♭7 to C#7 | D♭7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from C string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
4. A#7 | B♭7 → Gm7 chord transition
To move from A#7 | B♭7 to Gm7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on C string fret 2.
5. A#7 | B♭7 → A chord transition
To move from A#7 | B♭7 to A, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from C string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
6. A#7 | B♭7 → Amaj7 chord transition
To move from A#7 | B♭7 to Amaj7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger on C string from fret 2 to fret 1.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from A#7 | B♭7 across songs on this site.
1. A#7 | B♭7 → D# chord transition
To move from A#7 | B♭7 to D#, follow these steps:
- While playing A#7 | B♭7, lift your middle finger from C string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on A string fret 1.
- Place ring finger on C string fret 3.
- Place pinky on E string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing A#7 | B♭7 use the transition to D# at 83.3%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. A#7 | B♭7 → Cm chord transition
To move from A#7 | B♭7 to Cm, follow these steps:
- While playing A#7 | B♭7, lift your middle finger from C string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing A#7 | B♭7 use the transition to Cm at 16.7%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using A#7 | B♭7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the A#7 | B♭7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A#7 | B♭7 suitable for beginners on Ukulele?
A#7 | B♭7 sits in the intermediate range for Ukulele players. It uses a 2-fret span and includes a barre technique. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for A#7 | B♭7?
A#7 | B♭7 has a more accessible version for Ukulele players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 3-2-4-1. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.
Which chords pair well with A#7 | B♭7 on Ukulele?
A#7 | B♭7 works well with D# and Cm on Ukulele. Based on our catalog data, transitions from A#7 | B♭7 to D# account for 83.3% (10 total changes in 1 songs), and transitions to Cm account for 16.7% (2 total changes in 1 songs).
Which songs include A#7 | B♭7?
Electric Light Orchestra - Wild West Hero Ukulele Chords is one of 8 songs featuring the A#7 | B♭7 chord.