QMG Mandolin Chord Chart, Laminated

The laminated format gives this mandolin reference chart a practical role during regular practice: keep chord diagrams and scale information together in one place rather than stopping to look them up separately. It covers major, minor, 7th and minor 7th chords in all keys, alongside seven essential mandolin scales and a circle of fifths.

At 8.5” x 11”, it’s a reference sheet rather than a course or a complete lesson plan. That distinction matters if you’re choosing between a quick lookup tool and a resource that teaches technique step by step.

Key specifications

The chart brings together four chord types—major, minor, 7th and minor 7th—with diagrams for all keys. It also includes seven essential mandolin scales and a circle of fifths. The listed format is 8.5” x 11”, and the chart is laminated. It is made in the USA.

The range is useful for checking common chord shapes and finding scale references without switching between several resources. At the same time, the stated chord coverage is specific: it names these four types, so don’t assume the chart includes every possible voicing, chord variation or playing technique. The product information also doesn’t name the seven scales or explain how the diagrams are presented, which may matter if you want to compare notation styles before buying.

Who it’s for

This is aimed at mandolin players who want a visible reference close at hand while practising chords, working through keys or exploring scales. It could also help a learner who knows what they want to look up but doesn’t want to pause and search for each item individually. It suits you if a single chart covering those chord families and scale references fits your routine.

It won’t suit you if you need guided lessons, detailed explanations of music theory or instruction on how to place your fingers, none of those features are specified. For example, while practising a tune, you could glance at the chart to check a minor 7th chord in the relevant key, then return to the instrument. That’s a straightforward lookup, not a replacement for learning the sound and movement of the chord.

Everyday use

A laminated chart is designed to serve as a reusable reference, rather than a book you read from beginning to end. Its 8.5” x 11” size gives it a defined footprint, so think about where you’d keep or display a sheet of that format during practice. The practical advantage is having chords, scales and the circle of fifths in one place, a more demanding player may still want additional material for less common chord shapes, technique or deeper theory.

Three specific questions

Which chord types are listed? Major, minor, 7th and minor 7th chords, with diagrams for all keys.

Does it include scale information? Yes. The product details state that it includes seven essential mandolin scales, though they don’t list their names.

Is it a teaching method? The listed contents describe a reference chart, not lessons or step-by-step instruction. Choose it for quick lookups, look for a teaching resource if you need structured guidance.

Final verdict

Choose this QMG chart if your main need is a laminated, single-sheet reference for the specified mandolin chords, scales and circle of fifths. It’s a focused practice aid, especially for checking a chord or scale while your instrument is already in hand. Skip it if you’re expecting a full learning course or broader chord coverage: the information provided identifies four chord families and seven scales, but doesn’t promise instruction or detail beyond those references.