E Add 9 Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: E - G# - B - F#
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - 9
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Major 9th
Quick answer
The Eadd9 guitar chord is played as 0-2-2-1-0-2 from low E to high E and uses the notes E, G#, B, F#.
- Fret pattern
- 0-2-2-1-0-2
- Chord notes
- E, G#, B, F#
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 9
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How to Play Eadd9
- 1Place your index finger on fret 1 of the G string
- 2Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string
- 3Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the D string
- 4Place your pinky finger on fret 2 of the high E string
- 5Play the low E, B strings open
About Add 9 Chords
A major triad with an added 9th (the 2nd an octave up). Add9 chords sound bright and shimmering, adding richness without the tension of a 7th. Widely used in pop, rock, and worship music.
E Add 9 Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the E Add 9 guitar chord?
The E Add 9 guitar chord uses the notes E, G#, B, F#.
How do you play Eadd9 on guitar?
Play the Eadd9 guitar chord with the 0-2-2-1-0-2 fret pattern from low E to high E. Place your index finger on fret 1 of the G string Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the A string Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the D string Place your pinky finger on fret 2 of the high E string Play the low E, B strings open
What is the formula for E Add 9?
The E Add 9 formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - 9: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Major 9th.