Gmaj9 chord on guitar
G Major Ninth. Notes: G, B, D, F# and A.
How to play Gmaj9
- Put your index finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 2 (F#).
- Put your middle 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 Gmaj9
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyFret 3 position
EasyFret 9 position
HardBarre at fret 2
HardNotes and theory
Groot
B3 · major third
D5 · perfect fifth
F#7 · major seventh
A9 · ninth
The major ninth extends a major seventh with a ninth. It is one of the richest-sounding major chords. The formula is 1 3 5 7 9.
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Questions
What notes are in the Gmaj9 chord?
Gmaj9 (G major ninth) is made of five notes: G (root), B (major third), D (perfect fifth), F# (major seventh) and A (ninth).
How do you play Gmaj9 on guitar?
The easiest Gmaj9 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 2 (F#). Put your middle finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G). Let the open A, D, G and B strings ring.
Is Gmaj9 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 2 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a major ninth chord sound like?
The major ninth extends a major seventh with a ninth. It is one of the richest-sounding major chords.