C#9 5-String Guitar Chord — Chart and Tabs in Standard (EADGB) Tuning

Short answer: C#9 is a C# Dominant 9 chord with the notes C♯, E♯, G♯, B, D♯. In Standard (EADGB) tuning, there are 3 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: C#7/9, C#79, C#97, C# dom9

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How to Play C#9 on 5-String Guitar

C#⁹, C#7/9, C#79, C#97, C#dom⁹

Notes: C♯, E♯, G♯, B, D♯

Quick Summary

• The C#9 chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯, B, D♯
• In Standard (EADGB) tuning, there are 3 voicings available
• Also written as: C#7/9, C#79, C#97, C# dom9
• Each diagram shows finger positions on the 5-String Guitar fretboard

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C#9 chord on 5-String Guitar?

C#9 is a C# Dominant 9 chord. It contains the notes C♯, E♯, G♯, B, D♯. On 5-String Guitar in Standard (EADGB) tuning, there are 3 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C#9 on 5-String Guitar?

To play C#9 on in Standard (EADGB) 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 C#9 chord?

The C#9 chord contains the notes: C♯, E♯, G♯, B, D♯.

How many ways can you play C#9 on 5-String Guitar?

In Standard (EADGB) tuning, there are 3 voicings for the C#9 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: C♯, E♯, G♯, B, D♯.

What are other names for C#9?

C#9 is also known as C#7/9, C#79, C#97, C# dom9. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C♯, E♯, G♯, B, D♯.

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