G#M7b9 Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Open E Tuning

Short answer: G#M7b9 is a G# Major 7♭9 chord with the notes G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A. In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: G#Ma7b9, G#Δ7b9, G#Δb9

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How to Play G#M7b9 on Banjo

G#M7b9, G#Ma7b9, G#Δ7b9, G#Δb9

Notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A

5,8,4,5,4 (24131)
4,8,5,5,4 (14231)
5,4,4,5,8 (21134)
4,4,5,5,8 (11234)

Quick Summary

  • The G#M7b9 chord contains the notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A
  • In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings available
  • Also written as: G#Ma7b9, G#Δ7b9, G#Δb9
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the G#M7b9 chord on Banjo?

G#M7b9 is a G# Major 7♭9 chord. It contains the notes G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A. On Banjo in Open E tuning, there are 4 ways to play this chord.

How do you play G#M7b9 on Banjo?

To play G#M7b9 on in Open E tuning, use one of the 4 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the G#M7b9 chord?

The G#M7b9 chord contains the notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A.

How many ways can you play G#M7b9 on Banjo?

In Open E tuning, there are 4 voicings for the G#M7b9 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A.

What are other names for G#M7b9?

G#M7b9 is also known as G#Ma7b9, G#Δ7b9, G#Δb9. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: G♯, B♯, D♯, F♯♯, A.