Accessible Page: F7 Guitar Chord | How To Create and Play the F Dominant Seventh chord

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Chord Shapes

There are 11 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the low E, D and high E strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the A string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 4 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 7 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the A string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 8 of the A, G and high E strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 10 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 4

Fingers Positions

• Mute the A string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the low E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 1 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 2 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 5

Fingers Positions

• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the low E, D, B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 6

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the high E string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 4 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 7

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Mute the D string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 8

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 9

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the B string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 10

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the B string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 8 of the A and G strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 11

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the B string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

F 7 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the F 7 chord, a pivotal member of the Dominant Chords family. This chord, with its unique blend of notes - F, A, C, and Eb - is a staple in various music genres, especially in Blues and Jazz. The F 7 chord is constructed with a specific set of music intervals: the 1, 3, 5, and b7, also known as the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, and Minor Seventh, respectively.

Understanding the music intervals that make up this chord is crucial for mastering its sound and application. If you're unfamiliar with these intervals, check out our comprehensive tutorial about fretboard intervals to learn more.

The F 7 chord belongs to the family of dominant chords, which are known for their tense and unresolved sound. This sound is created by the b7 interval, the Minor Seventh. To delve deeper into dominant chords and their role in music, visit our detailed tutorial about dominant (7) guitar chords.

In this tutorial, we will provide you with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that illustrate the tones composing the F 7 chord. These visual aids will help you understand how the chord is built on the fretboard, making it easier for you to play it. If you're interested in learning more about how chords are built by stacking intervals, we recommend our tutorial that teaches how to build chords by stacking intervals.

Whether you're a seasoned guitarist or just starting out, understanding and mastering the F 7 chord can significantly enhance your playing skills, and open up new possibilities for your musical expression. So grab your guitar, and let's dive into the world of the F 7 chord!

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