Guitar chord · Beginner
G 7th chord (G7) — guitar chord chart
G7 is a dominant 7th chord built on G. Its notes are G, B, D, F. The flat 7th adds tension that wants to resolve, which is why dominant 7th chords drive blues and lead back to the home chord.
G7 chord charts
Numbers = fingers (1 index, 2 middle, 3 ring, 4 little). ○ open string, × don’t play. Low E string on the left.
How to play G7
- Ring (3) on the 6th string, fret 3 (G).
- Middle (2) on the 5th string, fret 2 (B).
- Index (1) on the 1st string, fret 1 (F).
- Let strings 4, 3, 2 ring open.
- Strum all six strings.
- Pick the strings one at a time: each note should ring clearly — if one buzzes, move that finger closer to the fret.
Once the open shape is comfortable, try the barre version at fret 3: same chord, higher voice, and a shape you can move all over the neck.
Notes in G7
| Degree | Note | Interval |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | G | root |
| 3 | B | major 3rd |
| 5 | D | perfect 5th |
| ♭7 | F | minor 7th |
Progressions with G7
Drill these changes with the chord-change trainer and read how to change chords faster.
FAQ
- What notes are in the G7 chord?
- G7 (G 7th) has 4 notes: G, B, D, F.
- Is G7 hard to play?
- No — the open-position shape needs no barre, so it’s a good beginner chord.
- What’s the difference between G7 and G?
- G is G B D. The flat 7th adds tension that wants to resolve, which is why dominant 7th chords drive blues and lead back to the home chord.