F#9 guitar chord
The F#9 chord (F# dominant 9th) is built from the notes F#, A#, C#, E and G#, formula 1–3–5–b7–9.
- Notes
- F# A# C# E G#
- Type
- dominant 9th
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 1Shape 1 of 2
2121xxHow to play F#9
The easiest F#9 shape is 2121xx, starting around fret 1. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Funky and full. Dominant 9ths are everywhere in funk, blues and soul.
Other ways to play it
F#9
Fret 8
Questions
What notes are in the F#9 chord?
F#9 contains F#, A#, C#, E and G#. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9.
Is F#9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 2121xx.
What can I play instead of F#9?
F#7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when F#9 is too hard or too busy.