Ukulele G#7 | A♭7 chord diagram
G#7 | A♭7 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 9 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play G#7 | A♭7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play G#7 | A♭7, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string fret 1. Place middle finger on E string fret 2. Place ring finger on C string fret 3. Place pinky on A string fret 3. G#7 can also be written as A♭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 middle 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.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- G# - C - D# - F#
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Dominant 7 — blues and funk tone
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play G#7 | A♭7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele G#7 | A♭7 chord diagram5-6-4-6
Ukulele G#7 | A♭7 chord diagram5-6-4-3
Ukulele G#7 | A♭7 chord diagram8-8-8-9
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to G#7 | A♭7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. G#7 | A♭7 → Fm7 chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to Fm7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger on E string from fret 2 to fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 3.
2. G#7 | A♭7 → Emaj7 chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to Emaj7, follow these steps:
- While playing G#7 | A♭7, lift your pinky from A string fret 3.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 3.
3. G#7 | A♭7 → G#m7 | A♭m7 chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to G#m7 | A♭m7, follow these steps:
- While playing G#7 | A♭7, lift your pinky from A string fret 3.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 3.
4. G#7 | A♭7 → A#add9 | B♭add9 chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to A#add9 | B♭add9, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 2 to C string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from C string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 3.
5. G#7 | A♭7 → Caug chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to Caug, follow these steps:
- While playing G#7 | A♭7, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 3.
6. G#7 | A♭7 → D#dim | E♭dim chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to D#dim | E♭dim, follow these steps:
- While playing G#7 | A♭7, lift your pinky from A string fret 3.
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 1 to fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from G#7 | A♭7 across songs on this site.
1. G#7 | A♭7 → G7 chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to G7, follow these steps:
- While playing G#7 | A♭7, lift your pinky from A string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 2 to C string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from C string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing G#7 | A♭7 use the transition to G7 at 58.2%. You can practice this transition in 7 different songs.
2. G#7 | A♭7 → C chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to C, follow these steps:
- While playing G#7 | A♭7, first lift your index finger, middle finger, and pinky.
- Lift your ring finger from C string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing G#7 | A♭7 use the transition to C at 19.8%. You can practice this transition in 3 different songs.
3. G#7 | A♭7 → C# chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to C#, follow these steps:
- While playing G#7 | A♭7, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Slide your pinky on A string from fret 3 to fret 4.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing G#7 | A♭7 use the transition to C# at 5.5%. You can practice this transition in 2 different songs.
4. G#7 | A♭7 → Am chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to Am, follow these steps:
- While playing G#7 | A♭7, first lift your index finger, ring finger, and pinky.
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing G#7 | A♭7 use the transition to Am at 4.4%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
5. G#7 | A♭7 → C#m7 chord transition
To move from G#7 | A♭7 to C#m7, follow these steps:
- While playing G#7 | A♭7, first lift your middle finger, ring finger, and pinky.
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 1 to fret 4.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing G#7 | A♭7 use the transition to C#m7 at 3.3%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using G#7 | A♭7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the G#7 | A♭7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the G#7 | A♭7 chord on Ukulele?
G#7 | A♭7 requires moderate control on Ukulele. The voicing covers 3 frets. Keep your wrist relaxed to improve accuracy.
Is there a simpler voicing for G#7 | A♭7?
You can try an easier Ukulele voicing for G#7 | A♭7. The alternative voicing uses fingering 8-8-8-9. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.
What are the most common chord changes from G#7 | A♭7 on Ukulele?
Ukulele progressions often pair G#7 | A♭7 with G7 and C. Based on our catalog data, G#7 | A♭7 -> G7 is tracked 53 times across 7 songs (58.2% share), while G#7 | A♭7 -> C appears 18 times across 3 songs (19.8% share).
Can you name songs that feature G#7 | A♭7?
In our catalog, Flash Mob Jazz HD - Mister Sandman Ukulele Chords is one of 7 songs that include the G#7 | A♭7 chord.