Chord diagram including second finger, four string, second fret; third finger, second string, second fret; fifth, third, and first strings are open. There is an x on the sixth string.

Question

What is the name of the chord shown in the diagram?
A7
Am
Em
G

Answer 1

Based on the description provided, the chord being described is an A7 chord.

Here’s the breakdown:

• Second finger on the fourth string, second fret.
• Third finger on the second string, second fret.
• The fifth (A) string, third (G) string, and first (high E) string are open.
• An "x" on the sixth string indicates that it is not played.

This configuration fits the shape of an A7 chord.