F 9th Guitar Chord

Notes: F - A - C - Eb - G

Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7 - 9

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

F9

Standard

How to Play F9

  1. 1Barre your index finger across fret 1 (low E, D, B strings)
  2. 2Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the G string
  3. 3Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the A string
  4. 4Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the high E string

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.

F 9th on Other Instruments

Other 9th Chords