Abm9 guitar chord
The Abm9 chord (Ab minor 9th) is built from the notes Ab, Cb, Eb, Gb and Bb, formula 1–b3–5–b7–9.
- Notes
- Ab Cb Eb Gb Bb
- Type
- minor 9th
- Level
- Barre chord
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42430xHow to play Abm9
The easiest Abm9 shape is 42430x, starting around fret 2. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Lush and smooth, a staple of neo-soul and jazz.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Abm9 chord?
Abm9 contains Ab, Cb, Eb, Gb and Bb. Its formula is 1–b3–5–b7–9.
Is Abm9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 42430x.
What can I play instead of Abm9?
Abm7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Abm9 is too hard or too busy.