Ebm9 guitar chord
The Ebm9 chord (Eb minor 9th) is built from the notes Eb, Gb, Bb, Db and F, formula 1–b3–5–b7–9.
- Notes
- Eb Gb Bb Db F
- Type
- minor 9th
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 4Shape 1 of 2
x6466xHow to play Ebm9
The easiest Ebm9 shape is x6466x, starting around fret 4. 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
Ebm9
Fret 9
Questions
What notes are in the Ebm9 chord?
Ebm9 contains Eb, Gb, Bb, Db and F. Its formula is 1–b3–5–b7–9.
Is Ebm9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x6466x.
What can I play instead of Ebm9?
Ebm7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Ebm9 is too hard or too busy.