A#maj7 Großer Septakkord Akkord

A major triad with a major seventh. Warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and R&B.

A#maj7 Akkord — Quick Answer & Harmonic Definition

The A#maj7 (Major 7th) chord consists of the notes A#, D, F, A. It is constructed from the root note A# using the major 7th interval formula (0–4–7–11 semitones).

Formula: 0 – 4 – 7 – 11
Notes
A# – D – F – A
Intervals (semitones)
0 – 4 – 7 – 11
Type
7th Chord

A#maj7 on Piano

Press highlighted keys simultaneously to play the A#maj7 chord.

R
A# (Root (R))
2
D (Major 3rd)
3
F (Perfect 5th)
4
A (Major 7th)

A#maj7 on Guitar

Fret numbers (low E → high e string): x13231 (x=mute, 0=open)

x
E
1
A
3
D
2
G
3
B
1
e

Interval Analysis

Degree Interval Name Semitones Note in A#
Root Root (R) 0 A#
3rd Major 3rd 4 D
5th Perfect 5th 7 F
7th Major 7th 11 A

About the A# Großer Septakkord Chord

The A#maj7 chord (A# Großer Septakkord) consists of 4 notes: A#, D, F, A. A major triad with a major seventh. Warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and R&B.

To build any major 7th chord, apply intervals of 0, 4, 7, 11 semitones above the root. Starting from A#: the notes land on A#, D, F, A.

Playing A#maj7 on Piano

Press A#, D, F, A simultaneously. In root position, A# is lowest. First inversion places D in the bass for a lighter sound; second inversion uses F as the bass note.

Common Chord Progressions Using A#maj7

  • I–IV–V: A#maj7 – D#maj7 – Fmaj7 (blues and rock)
  • I–V–vi–IV: A#maj7 – F – Gm – D# (pop staple)
  • I–vi–IV–V: A#maj7 – Gm – D# – F (50s progression)

The A#maj7 Chord in Context

The A#maj7 (Großer Septakkord) chord features a distinctive a major triad with a major seventh. warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and r&b. built from the intervals 0–4–7–11. It provides rich harmonic color and tension across pop, jazz, classical, and contemporary compositions.

Knowledge Base & FAQs

A#maj7 Chord — Frequently Asked Questions

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What notes are in the A#maj7 chord?

The A# Großer Septakkord chord contains: A#, D, F, A.

These notes are derived by applying the major 7th interval formula (0–4–7–11 semitones) to the root note A#.

What is the A#maj7 chord used for?

A major triad with a major seventh.

Warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and R&B. The A#maj7 chord is used across pop, rock, jazz, and classical music. As the I chord in the key of A# major, it functions as the most stable resting point in progressions.

How do you play A#maj7 on piano?

On piano, play A#, D, F, A simultaneously.

In root position, A# is the lowest note. Inversions move the bass note up — first inversion has D lowest, second inversion has F lowest.

How many notes are in a major 7th chord?

A major 7th chord has 4 notes: A#, D, F, A (in A#).

It is a 7th chord, extending beyond the basic triad.

What is the difference between A# major and A# minor?

The A# major chord (A#–D–F) uses a major third (4 semitones), giving it a bright, happy sound.

The A# minor chord (A#–C#–F) uses a minor third (3 semitones), giving it a darker, emotional sound.

What key does A#maj7 belong to?

A#maj7 naturally serves as the I chord in the key of A# major.

It also appears as IV in the key of F major, and as V in the key of D# major.

Can I play A#maj7 on ukulele?

Yes.

The ukulele uses GCEA tuning with 4 strings. The A#maj7 chord notes (A#, D, F, A) can be fretted on a ukulele, though the shapes differ from guitar due to the 4-string layout and shorter scale.

What chords go well with A#maj7?

In the key of A# major, A#maj7 pairs naturally with D# major (IV), F major (V), and Gm (vi).

The classic I–IV–V (A#maj7–D#–F) is the foundation of blues, country, and rock.

What is a chord inversion of A#maj7?

An inversion places a non-root note in the bass.

A#maj7 root position: A# in bass. First inversion: D in bass. Second inversion: F in bass. Inversions create smoother bass line movement without changing the harmony.

How do I memorize the notes in a major 7th chord?

Remember the formula: 0–4–7–11 semitones from root.

For A#maj7: start on A#, add 4 semitones, then 7 semitones, then 11 semitones. Practicing this across all 12 roots builds instant recognition of any major 7th chord.