Abmaj7 chord with Ab Ionian scale
Pairing the Abmaj7 chord (Major 7) with the Ab Ionian scale: formulas, fretboard voicings and the practical context for soloing, improvisation and songwriting.
Abmaj7 chord formula
Interval formula: 1 3 5 7. A major triad with a major 7th. A soft, dreamy tonic chord — the signature sound of jazz and bossa nova.
Ab Ionian scale formula
Formula: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7. Classification: functional-tonal.
Fretboard voicings for Abmaj7
Curated Abmaj7 shapes that sit naturally inside the Ab Ionian scale.
Other scales for Abmaj7
Compare how the same chord behaves over other compatible modes.