D 9th Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: D - F# - A - C - E
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7 - 9
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th, Major 9th
Quick answer
The D9 guitar chord is played as x-x-0-2-1-0 from low E to high E and uses the notes D, F#, A, C, E.
- Fret pattern
- x-x-0-2-1-0
- Chord notes
- D, F#, A, C, E
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7 - 9
D9
How to Play D9
- 1Mute the low E and A strings
- 2Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B string
- 3Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the G string
- 4Play the D, high E strings open
About 9th Chords
A dominant 7th chord with an added 9th. 9th chords sound rich and funky, essential in funk, R&B, jazz, and blues. They add more color than a basic 7th chord.
D 9th Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the D 9th guitar chord?
The D 9th guitar chord uses the notes D, F#, A, C, E.
How do you play D9 on guitar?
Play the D9 guitar chord with the x-x-0-2-1-0 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E and A strings Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B string Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the G string Play the D, high E strings open
What is the formula for D 9th?
The D 9th formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7 - 9: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th, Major 9th.