A♭maj7
A♭ Major 7th
1 3 5 7
Notes in A♭maj7
A♭R
C3
E♭5
G7
The A♭maj7 chord contains 4 notes: A♭, C, E♭, G
Intervals
| Interval | Semitones | Note | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| R | 0 | A♭ | Root |
| 3 | 4 | C | Major 3rd |
| 5 | 7 | E♭ | Perfect 5th |
| 7 | 11 | G | Major 7th |
About A♭ Major 7th Chords
Major 7th chords combine a major triad with the natural 7th, producing a lush, sophisticated sound. Common in jazz, R&B, and neo-soul, maj7 chords feel warm and dreamy without the tension of a dominant 7th.
Compatible Scales & Modes
These scales contain all the notes of A♭maj7 and can be used for soloing, improvising, and writing melodies over this chord.
A♭ Ionian (Major Scale)
The most consonant choice — smooth and resolved.
A♭ Lydian
The jazz player's favorite over maj7 chords. The ♯4 avoids the 'avoid note' of Ionian.
A♭ Major Pentatonic
Safe and melodic — works in any genre over major 7th harmony.