A9 Bass Chord — Chart and Tabs in 5 string Tuning

Short answer: A9 is a A dom9 chord with the notes A, C♯, E, G, B. In 5 string tuning, there are 3 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: A7/9, A79, A97, A dom9

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How to Play A9 on Bass

A9, A7/9, A79, A97, Adom9

Notes: A, C♯, E, G, B

10,9,10,9,9 (21311)
10,9,7,9,0 (4213.)
10,7,7,11,0 (3124.)

Quick Summary

  • The A9 chord contains the notes: A, C♯, E, G, B
  • In 5 string tuning, there are 3 voicings available
  • Also written as: A7/9, A79, A97, A dom9
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Bass fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the A9 chord on Bass?

A9 is a A dom9 chord. It contains the notes A, C♯, E, G, B. On Bass in 5 string tuning, there are 3 ways to play this chord.

How do you play A9 on Bass?

To play A9 on in 5 string tuning, use one of the 3 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the A9 chord?

The A9 chord contains the notes: A, C♯, E, G, B.

How many ways can you play A9 on Bass?

In 5 string tuning, there are 3 voicings for the A9 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: A, C♯, E, G, B.

What are other names for A9?

A9 is also known as A7/9, A79, A97, A dom9. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: A, C♯, E, G, B.