D7b9 guitar chord
The D7b9 chord (D 7th flat 9) is built from the notes D, F#, A, C and Eb, formula 1–3–5–b7–b9.
- Notes
- D F# A C Eb
- Type
- 7th flat 9
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 4Shape 1 of 2
x5454xHow to play D7b9
The easiest D7b9 shape is x5454x, starting around fret 4. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Dark and tense, pulling strongly toward a minor chord.
Other ways to play it
D7b9
Fret 8
Questions
What notes are in the D7b9 chord?
D7b9 contains D, F#, A, C and Eb. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–b9.
Is D7b9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x5454x.
What can I play instead of D7b9?
D7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when D7b9 is too hard or too busy.