E Major 7th Guitar Chord (Emaj7)
Emaj7 is the guitar's deepest maj7. The root is the open low E. 021100, three fingers, both top strings ringing open.
Emaj7 layers ricotta all the way down.
Emaj7 chord shapes in standard tuning
How to play it
Place your index finger on the D (4th) string at fret 1, your middle finger on the G (3rd) string at fret 1, and your ring finger on the A (5th) string at fret 2. Let the low E (6th), B (2nd), and high E (1st) strings ring open. Strum all six strings.
Notes in this chord
| Symbol | Interval | Note |
|---|---|---|
| R | root | E |
| 3 | major third | G♯ |
| 5 | perfect fifth | B |
| 7 | major seventh | D♯ |
Keep exploring
Other tunings
Open the interactive chord charts to see Emaj7 in open G, drop D, DADGAD, and more tunings.
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Emaj7 FAQ
What notes are in Emaj7?
Emaj7 contains E, G♯, B, and D♯. That's the root (E), the major third, the perfect fifth, and the major seventh.
Is Emaj7 a barre chord?
Not necessarily. The easiest Emaj7 shape (0-2-1-1-0-0) needs no barre. It uses 3 fingers plus open strings. Barre versions exist too, starting at fret 4, and are handy when you want to move the same grip to other keys.
What is the easiest way to play Emaj7 on guitar?
Start with the open position shape 0-2-1-1-0-0. Place your index finger on the D (4th) string at fret 1, your middle finger on the G (3rd) string at fret 1, and your ring finger on the A (5th) string at fret 2. Let the low E (6th), B (2nd), and high E (1st) strings ring open. Strum all six strings.