Ab7#9 guitar chord
The Ab7#9 chord (Ab 7th sharp 9) is built from the notes Ab, C, Eb, Gb and B, formula 1–3–5–b7–#9.
- Notes
- Ab C Eb Gb B
- Type
- 7th sharp 9
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
43440xHow to play Ab7#9
The easiest Ab7#9 shape is 43440x, starting around fret 3. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Gritty and aggressive, famous as the 'Hendrix chord' in rock and funk.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Ab7#9 chord?
Ab7#9 contains Ab, C, Eb, Gb and B. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–#9.
Is Ab7#9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 43440x.
What can I play instead of Ab7#9?
Ab7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Ab7#9 is too hard or too busy.