C#7b9 guitar chord
The C#7b9 chord (C# 7th flat 9) is built from the notes C#, E#, G#, B and D, formula 1–3–5–b7–b9.
- Notes
- C# E# G# B D
- Type
- 7th flat 9
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 4
x40101How to play C#7b9
The easiest C#7b9 shape is x40101, starting around fret 1. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Dark and tense, pulling strongly toward a minor chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the C#7b9 chord?
C#7b9 contains C#, E#, G#, B and D. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–b9.
Is C#7b9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x40101.
What can I play instead of C#7b9?
C#7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when C#7b9 is too hard or too busy.