Accessible Page: How to Play C9b5 Chord on Guitar | C Dominant Ninth Flat five
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Chord Shapes
There are 3 positions for this chord:
Position 1
Fingers Positions
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the low E, D and high E strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 3 of the A string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the G string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 3 of the B string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
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Position 2
Fingers Positions
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the A, G and B strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the low E string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the D string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the high E string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Position 3
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Mute the A string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 10 of the D and high E strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 11 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 11 of the B string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
Audio file
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C 9b5 Description
Welcome to our tutorial on the C 9b5 chord, a member of the Dominant Chords family. This chord, with its unique and complex sound, is composed of the notes C, E, Gb, Bb, and D. These notes are built from the music intervals 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), b5 (Diminished Fifth), b7 (Minor Seventh), and 9 (Major Ninth).
Understanding the intervals that make up this chord is key to mastering its sound and placement on the fretboard. If you're unfamiliar with intervals, we recommend checking out our tutorial on fretboard intervals.
The C 9b5 chord belongs to the Dominant Chords family, which are often used in jazz and blues music due to their tension-filled sound. If you're interested in learning more about dominant chords, check out our dominant guitar chords tutorial.
Playing the C 9b5 chord may be a bit advanced for beginners, but don't let that deter you. With practice and understanding of the chord building theory, you'll be able to master this chord in no time.
In this tutorial, we will provide chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that show the tones composing the C 9b5 chord. If you're looking for a more comprehensive guide on guitar chords, be sure to visit our full tutorial on all types of guitar chords.
As always, happy strumming and continue pushing your boundaries as a guitarist. The C 9b5 chord is a unique addition to your chord vocabulary, and we're excited to help you learn it.
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