Emaj7 guitar chord
The Emaj7 chord (E major 7th) is built from the notes E, G#, B and D#, formula 1–3–5–7. It appears in E major (as Imaj7) and B major (as IVmaj7).
- Notes
- E G# B D#
- Type
- major 7th
- Level
- Beginner
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021100How to play Emaj7
The standard open Emaj7 shape is 021100. It needs 3 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 Emaj7 chord?
Emaj7 contains E, G#, B and D#. Its formula is 1–3–5–7.
Is Emaj7 hard to play on guitar?
No. The open shape (021100) is beginner-friendly and doesn't need a barre.
What can I play instead of Emaj7?
E is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Emaj7 is too hard or too busy.