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Chord Shapes
There are 3 positions for this chord:
Position 1
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Let the D string play without pressing any fret
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the A string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 1 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 1 of the high E string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 2 of the B string
Position Characteristics
- This position uses open strings
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Position 2
Fingers Positions
- Mute the high E string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the A string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the low E string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the D, G and B strings at the same time
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Position 3
Fingers Positions
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the low E, D and B strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 7 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the A string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 9 of the high E string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Bb 7(#9) Description
Welcome to our tutorial on the Bb 7(#9) chord, a member of the Dominant Chords family. This chord, also known as the "Hendrix chord", is a blend of bluesy dissonance and jazzy sophistication. With its unique sound, the Bb 7(#9) chord has found its place in various genres, from jazz to rock and beyond.
The Bb 7(#9) chord is composed of the notes Bb, D, F, Ab, and C#. The intervals that construct this chord are 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), 5 (Perfect Fifth), b7 (Minor Seventh), and #9 (Augmented Ninth). If you're new to these terms, we recommend checking out our tutorial on how to denote chords based on the intervals that compose them.
Understanding the fretboard intervals is crucial for mastering the Bb 7(#9) chord. This knowledge will allow you to understand the structure of the chord and help you move it across the fretboard. If you're interested in learning more about how chords are built by stacking intervals, our tutorial on guitar music theory can be a great resource.
In this tutorial, we'll provide chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that highlight the tones composing the Bb 7(#9) chord. Remember, practice is key to mastering any new chord, so take your time and enjoy the process. For more in-depth information on dominant chords, don't forget to check out our tutorial on dominant (7) guitar chords.
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