F7b9 guitar chord
The F7b9 chord (F 7th flat 9) is built from the notes F, A, C, Eb and Gb, formula 1–3–5–b7–b9.
- Notes
- F A C Eb Gb
- Type
- 7th flat 9
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 2Shape 1 of 3
xx3242How to play F7b9
The easiest F7b9 shape is xx3242, starting around fret 2. 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 F7b9 chord?
F7b9 contains F, A, C, Eb and Gb. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–b9.
Is F7b9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx3242.
What can I play instead of F7b9?
F7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when F7b9 is too hard or too busy.