Ukulele G#m | A♭m chord diagram
G#m | A♭m is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 123 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play G#m | A♭m, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play G#m | A♭m, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string fret 2. Place middle finger on C string fret 3. Place ring finger on G string fret 4. Place pinky on E string fret 4. G#m can also be written as A♭m; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place A string with your index finger and C string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- G# - B - D#
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play G#m | A♭m on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele G#m | A♭m chord diagram4-3-4-2
Ukulele G#m | A♭m chord diagram1-3-4-2
Ukulele G#m | A♭m chord diagram4-3-4-6
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to G#m | A♭m, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. G#m | A♭m → Badd9 chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to Badd9, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on C string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from E string fret 4 to A string fret 4.
2. G#m | A♭m → B chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to B, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your pinky from E string fret 4.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on C string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 4.
3. G#m | A♭m → Em chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to Em, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your pinky from E string fret 4.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from C string fret 3 and place it on E string fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger from G string fret 4 to C string fret 4.
4. G#m | A♭m → F#7 | G♭7 chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to F#7 | G♭7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from C string fret 3 to G string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 4 and place it on C string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from E string fret 4 to A string fret 4.
5. G#m | A♭m → Bsus4 chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to Bsus4, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your middle finger from C string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from E string fret 4 to C string fret 4.
6. G#m | A♭m → Esus2 chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to Esus2, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your middle finger from C string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from E string fret 4 to C string fret 4.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from G#m | A♭m across songs on this site.
1. G#m | A♭m → A chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to A, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from C string fret 3 to G string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing G#m | A♭m use the transition to A at 25.9%. You can practice this transition in 39 different songs.
2. G#m | A♭m → E chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to E, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 4.
- Slide your middle finger from C string fret 3 to A string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing G#m | A♭m use the transition to E at 23.4%. You can practice this transition in 29 different songs.
3. G#m | A♭m → F# chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to F#, follow these steps:
- While playing G#m | A♭m, lift your pinky from E string fret 4.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from C string fret 3 to E string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger on G string from fret 4 to fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing G#m | A♭m use the transition to F# at 18.6%. You can practice this transition in 22 different songs.
4. G#m | A♭m → C#m chord transition
To move from G#m | A♭m to C#m, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger on C string from fret 3 to fret 4.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky from E string fret 4 to A string fret 4.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing G#m | A♭m use the transition to C#m at 9.1%. You can practice this transition in 21 different songs.
Compatible Scales
These scales include G#m | A♭m and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Songs Using G#m | A♭m Chord
Popular songs that feature the G#m | A♭m chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the G#m | A♭m chord on Ukulele?
G#m | A♭m requires moderate control on Ukulele. The voicing covers 3 frets. Keep your wrist relaxed to improve accuracy.
Is there a simpler voicing for G#m | A♭m?
You can try an easier Ukulele voicing for G#m | A♭m. The alternative voicing uses fingering 4-3-4-6. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.
What are the most common chord changes from G#m | A♭m on Ukulele?
Ukulele progressions often pair G#m | A♭m with A and E. Based on our catalog data, G#m | A♭m -> A is tracked 289 times across 39 songs (25.9% share), while G#m | A♭m -> E appears 261 times across 29 songs (23.4% share).
Can you name songs that feature G#m | A♭m?
In our catalog, Ariana Grande - Problem Ukulele Chords is one of 8 songs that include the G#m | A♭m chord.