Ukulele A#maj7 | B♭maj7 chord diagram
A#maj7 | B♭maj7 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 2 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play A#maj7 | B♭maj7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play A#maj7 | B♭maj7, follow these steps: Place index finger on E string and A string fret 1. Place middle finger on G string fret 2. Place ring finger on C string fret 2. A#maj7 can also be written as B♭maj7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place E string with your index finger and A string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On E string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on A#maj7 | B♭maj7 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from A#maj7 | B♭maj7 to Gm7, using on the G string, use your ring finger, on the C string, use your pinky, 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 - A
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 7
- Chord Type
- Major 7 — warm and lush
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play A#maj7 | B♭maj7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele A#maj7 | B♭maj7 chord diagram3-5-5-5
Ukulele A#maj7 | B♭maj7 chord diagram3-2-5-5
Ukulele A#maj7 | B♭maj7 chord diagram2-2-5-1
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to A#maj7 | B♭maj7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. A#maj7 | B♭maj7 → Dm chord transition
To move from A#maj7 | B♭maj7 to Dm, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 2.
2. A#maj7 | B♭maj7 → Asus4 chord transition
To move from A#maj7 | B♭maj7 to Asus4, follow these steps:
- While playing A#maj7 | B♭maj7, lift your index finger from E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 2.
3. A#maj7 | B♭maj7 → F chord transition
To move from A#maj7 | B♭maj7 to F, follow these steps:
- While playing A#maj7 | B♭maj7, lift your ring finger from C string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
4. A#maj7 | B♭maj7 → F#m | G♭m chord transition
To move from A#maj7 | B♭maj7 to F#m | G♭m, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from C string fret 2 to E string fret 2.
5. A#maj7 | B♭maj7 → Gm7 chord transition
To move from A#maj7 | B♭maj7 to Gm7, follow these steps:
- While playing A#maj7 | B♭maj7, lift your ring finger from C string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 2.
6. A#maj7 | B♭maj7 → A chord transition
To move from A#maj7 | B♭maj7 to A, follow these steps:
- While playing A#maj7 | B♭maj7, lift your ring finger from C string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
Songs Using A#maj7 | B♭maj7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the A#maj7 | B♭maj7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A#maj7 | B♭maj7 suitable for beginners on Ukulele?
A#maj7 | B♭maj7 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#maj7 | B♭maj7?
A#maj7 | B♭maj7 has a more accessible version for Ukulele players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 2-2-5-1. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.
Which songs include A#maj7 | B♭maj7?
Heather - Conan Gray Ukulele Chords is one of 2 songs featuring the A#maj7 | B♭maj7 chord.