Gmaj7(b5) guitar chord (G Major 7th, Flat 5th)

Symbols: maj7(b5)

Steps: 1-3-b5-7

Notes: G-B-Db-F#

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

Variation 1

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

Variation 2

Barre the 2nd fret with your index finger, extending over the 1st to the 2nd strings
Position your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 4th fret and press down
Stretch out your pinky to the 5th fret of the D (4th) string and press down
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 3

Place a barre using your pinky on the 7th fret from the 1st to the 2nd strings
Position your middle finger on the G (3rd) string at the 6th fret and press down
With your index finger, press down on the D (4th) string at the 5th fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 4

Place your index finger on the E (1st) string at the 9th fret and press down
Stretch out your pinky to the 12th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
With your ring finger, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 11th fret
Press the A (5th) string on the 10th fret with your middle finger
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string, mute the 4th string

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