Cmaj7 guitar chord
The Cmaj7 chord (C major 7th) is built from the notes C, E, G and B, formula 1–3–5–7. It appears in C major (as Imaj7) and G major (as IVmaj7).
- Notes
- C E G B
- Type
- major 7th
- Level
- Beginner
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x32000How to play Cmaj7
The standard open Cmaj7 shape is x32000. It needs 2 fingers and stays in the first few frets, so it is one of the chords most players learn early.
Soft and dreamy. The major 7th adds a gentle, jazzy shimmer to a major chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Cmaj7 chord?
Cmaj7 contains C, E, G and B. Its formula is 1–3–5–7.
Is Cmaj7 hard to play on guitar?
No. The open shape (x32000) is beginner-friendly and doesn't need a barre.
What can I play instead of Cmaj7?
C is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Cmaj7 is too hard or too busy.