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E7 Chord

Chord Diagram

E7 dominant 7th chord fingering diagram for guitar. Place your index finger on the first fret of the G string and middle finger on the second fret of the A string. All strings are played, with the low E, D, B, and high E strings played open.○○○○21EADGBE

O = Play open string

Numbers = Finger placement

Finger Positions

1st Finger (Index)

1st fret of the G string (3rd string)

2nd Finger (Middle)

2nd fret of the A string (5th string)

Beginner Friendly: E7 is one of the easiest 7th chords. Perfect for blues, rock, and country music!

E7 Chord Variations

E7sus4

Adds suspense

020200

Emaj7

Jazz sophistication

021100

E9

Extended harmony

020102

Common Progressions with E7

E7 - A - E7 - A

Classic V-I resolution in A major

E7AE7A

A - E7 - D - A

Country and folk standard

AE7DA

E7 - A7 - D7 - G

Blues progression with movement

E7A7D7G

Practice Tips for E7 Chord

Common Mistakes

  • • Muting the open strings accidentally
  • • Forgetting the open D string
  • • Pressing the G string too hard
  • • Not keeping fingers curved properly

Practice Exercises

  • • Practice E → E7 → A changes
  • • Use in 12-bar blues progressions
  • • Work on blues strumming patterns
  • • Practice with pentatonic scales

Popular Songs Using E7 Chord

Johnny B. Goode

Chuck Berry

Intermediate

Proud Mary

Creedence Clearwater Revival

Beginner

Blue Suede Shoes

Elvis Presley

Beginner

Hound Dog

Elvis Presley

Beginner

Crossroads

Cream

Advanced

Sweet Home Chicago

Robert Johnson

Intermediate
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