F#7b9 guitar chord
The F#7b9 chord (F# 7th flat 9) is built from the notes F#, A#, C#, E and G, formula 1–3–5–b7–b9.
- Notes
- F# A# C# E G
- Type
- 7th flat 9
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
212020How to play F#7b9
The easiest F#7b9 shape is 212020, 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 F#7b9 chord?
F#7b9 contains F#, A#, C#, E and G. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–b9.
Is F#7b9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 212020.
What can I play instead of F#7b9?
F#7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when F#7b9 is too hard or too busy.