C#/Dbmaj7(b5) guitar chord (C#/Db Major 7th, Flat 5th)

Symbols: maj7(b5)

Steps: 1-3-b5-7

Notes: C#-F-G-C

The C#/Db maj7b5 chord is a rare and intriguing chord that flattens the fifth of the major 7th. With notes C#, F, G and C, it delivers a unique, airy tension that can add depth to more experimental progressions. Below, you'll find four variations how to play the "C#/Db maj7(b5)" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Place your index finger on the E (1st) string at the 3rd fret and press down
Stretch out your pinky to the 6th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
With your ring finger, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 5th fret
Press the A (5th) string on the 4th fret with your middle finger
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string, mute the 4th string

Variation 2

Use your index finger to press the B (2nd) string down on the 8th fret
With your pinky, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 10th fret
Press the D (4th) string on the 10th fret with your ring finger
Place your middle finger on the low E (6th) string at the 9th fret and press down
Now, strum all the strings up to the 2nd string, mute the 5th string

Variation 3

Barre the 8th fret with your index finger, extending over the 1st to the 2nd strings
Position your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 10th fret and press down
Stretch out your pinky to the 11th fret of the D (4th) string and press down
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 4

Place a barre using your pinky on the 13th fret from the 1st to the 2nd strings
Position your middle finger on the G (3rd) string at the 12th fret and press down
With your index finger, press down on the D (4th) string at the 11th fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

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