E 9th Guitar Chord

Notes: E - G# - B - D - F#

Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7 - 9

Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th, Major 9th

E9

Standard

How to Play E9

  1. 1Place your index finger on fret 1 of the G string
  2. 2Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string
  3. 3Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the high E string
  4. 4Play the low E, D, B 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.

E 9th on Other Instruments

Piano

Other E Chords

EEmE7Emaj7Em7EdimEaugEm6Esus2Esus4Eadd9E6

Other 9th Chords

C9D9F9G9A9