Fm9 guitar chord
The Fm9 chord (F minor 9th) is built from the notes F, Ab, C, Eb and G, formula 1–b3–5–b7–9.
- Notes
- F Ab C Eb G
- Type
- minor 9th
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
xx3044How to play Fm9
The easiest Fm9 shape is xx3044, starting around fret 3. 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
Questions
What notes are in the Fm9 chord?
Fm9 contains F, Ab, C, Eb and G. Its formula is 1–b3–5–b7–9.
Is Fm9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx3044.
What can I play instead of Fm9?
Fm7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Fm9 is too hard or too busy.