G#maj7b5 Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Open E Tuning

Short answer: G#maj7b5 is a G# Major 7♭5 chord with the notes G♯, B♯, D, F♯♯. In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: G#M7b5, G#Ma7b5, G#j7b5, G#Δ7b5, G#Δb5

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How to Play G#maj7b5 on Banjo

G#M7b5, G#Ma7b5, G#j7b5, G#Δ7b5, G#Δb5, G#maj7b5

Notes: G♯, B♯, D, F♯♯

8,8,4,7,x (3412x)
4,8,8,7,x (1342x)
8,x,4,7,8 (3x124)
4,x,8,7,8 (1x324)

Quick Summary

  • The G#maj7b5 chord contains the notes: G♯, B♯, D, F♯♯
  • In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings available
  • Also written as: G#M7b5, G#Ma7b5, G#j7b5, G#Δ7b5, G#Δb5
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the G#maj7b5 chord on Banjo?

G#maj7b5 is a G# Major 7♭5 chord. It contains the notes G♯, B♯, D, F♯♯. On Banjo in Open E tuning, there are 4 ways to play this chord.

How do you play G#maj7b5 on Banjo?

To play G#maj7b5 on in Open E tuning, use one of the 4 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the G#maj7b5 chord?

The G#maj7b5 chord contains the notes: G♯, B♯, D, F♯♯.

How many ways can you play G#maj7b5 on Banjo?

In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings for the G#maj7b5 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: G♯, B♯, D, F♯♯.

What are other names for G#maj7b5?

G#maj7b5 is also known as G#M7b5, G#Ma7b5, G#j7b5, G#Δ7b5, G#Δb5. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: G♯, B♯, D, F♯♯.