Ukulele F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord diagram
F#maj7 | G♭maj7 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On this page, you can find how to play F#maj7 | G♭maj7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play F#maj7 | G♭maj7, follow these steps: Place index finger on E string fret 2. Place middle finger on G string fret 3. Place ring finger on A string fret 4. Place pinky on C string fret 5. F#maj7 can also be written as G♭maj7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place E string with your index finger and G string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On E string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- This chord spans 4 frets; keep your thumb centered for reach.
- Hold your hand position at base fret 2 for a cleaner tone.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- F# - A# - C# - F
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 7
- Chord Type
- Major 7 — warm and lush
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play F#maj7 | G♭maj7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord diagram3-5-2-1
Ukulele F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord diagram6-6-6-8
Ukulele F#maj7 | G♭maj7 chord diagram10-10-9-9
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to F#maj7 | G♭maj7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → D#m7 | E♭m7 chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to D#m7 | E♭m7, follow these steps:
- While playing F#maj7 | G♭maj7, lift your pinky from C string fret 5.
- Keep index finger on E string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 4.
2. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → Cdim chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to Cdim, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 3 and place it on C string fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger on A string from fret 4 to fret 3.
- Lift your pinky from C string fret 5 and place it on G string fret 5.
3. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → Fdim chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to Fdim, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 4.
- Lift your ring finger from A string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 4.
- Keep pinky on C string fret 5.
4. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → Adim chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to Adim, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 3 to C string fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger on A string from fret 4 to fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from C string fret 5 to E string fret 5.
5. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → Esus4 chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to Esus4, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 4.
- Lift your ring finger from A string fret 4 and place it on C string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from C string fret 5 to E string fret 5.
6. F#maj7 | G♭maj7 → F#7 | G♭7 chord transition
To move from F#maj7 | G♭maj7 to F#7 | G♭7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from A string fret 4 and place it on C string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from C string fret 5 to A string fret 4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is F#maj7 | G♭maj7 easy to play on Ukulele?
Ukulele F#maj7 | G♭maj7 is generally intermediate. It spans 4 frets. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play F#maj7 | G♭maj7?
There is a simpler alternative for F#maj7 | G♭maj7 on Ukulele. The alternative voicing uses fingering 10-10-9-9. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.