Eb9 guitar chord
The Eb9 chord (Eb dominant 9th) is built from the notes Eb, G, Bb, Db and F, formula 1–3–5–b7–9.
- Notes
- Eb G Bb Db F
- Type
- dominant 9th
- Level
- Barre chord
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xx1021How to play Eb9
The easiest Eb9 shape is xx1021, 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
Questions
What notes are in the Eb9 chord?
Eb9 contains Eb, G, Bb, Db and F. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9.
Is Eb9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx1021.
What can I play instead of Eb9?
Eb7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Eb9 is too hard or too busy.