Accessible Page: F Dominant Thirteen Flat Nine (F13(b9)) chords on guitar

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Chord Shapes

There are 1 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the A string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the D, G and B strings at the same time

Position Characteristics

  • This position requires barre
  • This position is movable

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F 13(b9) Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the F 13(b9) chord, a complex and intriguing member of the Dominant Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes F, A, C, Eb, Gb, Bb, and D, and is built using the intervals 1, 3, 5, b7, b9, 11, and 13.

If you're new to the world of guitar chords, it's important to understand that these intervals correspond to specific musical intervals. For instance, '1' represents the 'Root', '3' is the 'Major Third', '5' is the 'Perfect Fifth', 'b7' is the 'Minor Seventh', 'b9' is the 'Minor Ninth', '11' is the 'Perfect Eleventh', and '13' is the 'Major Thirteenth'.

The F 13(b9) chord, like all chords, can be visualized and understood through chord diagrams and fretboard patterns. These diagrams and patterns will illustrate the specific tones that compose the chord, making it easier for you to play and master.

If you're interested in learning more about other types of chords, or if you want to deepen your understanding of chord construction and music theory, you might find our guitar chord tutorial or our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals helpful.

Moreover, if you're looking to expand your knowledge of Dominant Chords, you can visit our dominant (7) guitar chords tutorial. And for those interested in exploring more advanced chords like the F 13(b9), our intermediate guitar chord tutorial is a fantastic resource.

Learning to play the F 13(b9) chord can be a rewarding challenge, and we're excited to guide you through the process. Let's get started!

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