F#maj Guitar Chord | Play, Hear and Practice Interactively
The F#maj chord, a foundational member of the Major Chords family, is built from three distinct notes: F#, A#, and C#. These correspond to the intervals Root (1), Major Third (3), and Perfect Fifth (5). Unlock its sound and feel with our interactive fretboard tool, where you can visualize every fingering, listen to the chord played as a strum or arpeggio, and even get real-time microphone feedback on your playing technique.
Understanding the theory behind these intervals is crucial to mastering the F#maj chord and its musical applications. Major chords form the backbone of countless songs, providing a sense of resolution and stability. Dive deeper into how all chords are built with our Chord Construction guide. Many F#maj voicings involve barre shapes, so if you're working on those, our Guitar Bar Chords tutorial offers valuable tips. Once you've got the shape, focus on making smooth chord changes to integrate F#maj seamlessly into your playing.
Scroll down this page to discover a wealth of resources, including multiple F#maj chord diagrams ranked from the easiest open positions to more advanced barre shapes, along with deeper music theory explanations, popular songs featuring the F#maj chord, and the keys where it commonly appears. Before you explore the diagrams, take a moment to engage with the interactive tool above. Use the drum and BPM tool to set a practice tempo, then strum the chord, and let the mic feedback guide you to perfect articulation. This hands-on practice loop is the most effective way to internalize new chords and build muscle memory.
Notes that compose the F# maj chord:
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Fingerings for the F#maj guitar chord
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FAQ
What notes are in the F# Major chord?
The F# Major chord is made up of three distinct notes: F#, A#, and C#.
What intervals form the F# Major chord?
The F# Major chord is formed by stacking three specific musical intervals: the 1 (Root), the 3 (Major Third), and the 5 (Perfect Fifth).
How do the notes F#, A#, and C# correspond to the 1, 3, and 5 intervals?
In the F# Major chord, the F# note is the Root (1), the A# note is the Major Third (3) above the F#, and the C# note is the Perfect Fifth (5) above the F#. These three notes in these specific interval relationships create the chord.
Why is the F# Major chord considered part of the 'Major Chords family'?
The F# Major chord is part of the Major Chords family because its structure includes a Root, a Major Third, and a Perfect Fifth. The presence of the Major Third interval is the defining characteristic that makes it a major chord.