G9 chord on guitar
G Dominant Ninth. Notes: G, B, D, F and A.
How to play G9
- Put your index finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 1 (F).
- Put your ring finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G).
- Let the open A, D, G and B strings ring.
- Strum from the low E string down.
Lowest note: G (the root)Strings played: 6 of 6Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play G9
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 2
MediumBarre at fret 3
HardBarre at fret 10
HardNotes and theory
Groot
B3 · major third
D5 · perfect fifth
Fb7 · minor seventh
A9 · ninth
The dominant ninth is a seventh chord with a ninth on top. It is a funk and blues favorite with a fuller sound than a plain 7. The formula is 1 3 5 b7 9.
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Questions
What notes are in the G9 chord?
G9 (G dominant ninth) is made of five notes: G (root), B (major third), D (perfect fifth), F (minor seventh) and A (ninth).
How do you play G9 on guitar?
The easiest G9 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 1 (F). Put your ring finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G). Let the open A, D, G and B strings ring.
Is G9 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 2 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a dominant ninth chord sound like?
The dominant ninth is a seventh chord with a ninth on top. It is a funk and blues favorite with a fuller sound than a plain 7.