Fm(maj9) chord on guitar
F Minor Major Ninth. Notes: F, Ab, C, E and G.
How to play Fm(maj9)
- Put your index finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 3 (F).
- Put your middle finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 4 (Ab).
- Put your pinky finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 5 (E).
- Let the open G string ring.
- Don't play the low E and A strings: skip them or mute them with a fretting finger.
- Strum from the D string down.
Lowest note: F (the root)Strings played: 4 of 6Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Fm(maj9)
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 3 position
EasyFret 6 position
HardBarre at fret 1
HardFret 11 position
HardNotes and theory
Froot
Abb3 · minor third
C5 · perfect fifth
E7 · major seventh
G9 · ninth
The m(maj9) extends the minor-major seventh with a ninth, a dark and cinematic chord. The formula is 1 b3 5 7 9.
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Questions
What notes are in the Fm(maj9) chord?
Fm(maj9) (F minor major ninth) is made of five notes: F (root), Ab (minor third), C (perfect fifth), E (major seventh) and G (ninth).
How do you play Fm(maj9) on guitar?
The easiest Fm(maj9) is the "fret 3 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 3 (F). Put your middle finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 4 (Ab). Put your pinky finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 5 (E).
Is Fm(maj9) hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a minor major ninth chord sound like?
The m(maj9) extends the minor-major seventh with a ninth, a dark and cinematic chord.