Fmaj7 chord with F Lydian scale

Pairing the Fmaj7 chord (Major 7) with the F Lydian scale: formulas, fretboard voicings and the practical context for soloing, improvisation and songwriting.

Fmaj7 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.

F Lydian scale formula

Formula: 1 2 3 #4 5 6 7. Classification: modal.

Fretboard voicings for Fmaj7

Curated Fmaj7 shapes that sit naturally inside the F Lydian scale.

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Fmaj7 — Drop 2, root on 6th string, frets 0–4
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Fmaj7 — Drop 2, root on 5th string, frets 7–11
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Fmaj7 — Drop 2, root on 4th string, frets 2–6

Other scales for Fmaj7

Compare how the same chord behaves over other compatible modes.

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