Eb7#9 guitar chord
The Eb7#9 chord (Eb 7th sharp 9) is built from the notes Eb, G, Bb, Db and F#, formula 1–3–5–b7–#9.
- Notes
- Eb G Bb Db F#
- Type
- 7th sharp 9
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
xx1022How to play Eb7#9
The easiest Eb7#9 shape is xx1022, starting around fret 1. 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 Eb7#9 chord?
Eb7#9 contains Eb, G, Bb, Db and F#. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–#9.
Is Eb7#9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx1022.
What can I play instead of Eb7#9?
Eb7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Eb7#9 is too hard or too busy.