Am9 guitar chord
The Am9 chord (A minor 9th) is built from the notes A, C, E, G and B, formula 1–b3–5–b7–9.
- Notes
- A C E G B
- Type
- minor 9th
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
x02413How to play Am9
The easiest Am9 shape is x02413, starting around fret 1. 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 Am9 chord?
Am9 contains A, C, E, G and B. Its formula is 1–b3–5–b7–9.
Is Am9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x02413.
What can I play instead of Am9?
Am7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Am9 is too hard or too busy.