E 9th guitar chord
How to play the E 9th chord, written E9, on guitar. The shape is 0 2 0 1 0 2 and it sounds the notesE – G♯ – B – D – F♯ — free to print or download below.

How to play the E 9th chord
- Read the diagram. The dots show where to press. A circle above a string means play it open; an × means do not play that string. This shape is 0 2 0 1 0 2 (from the low E string to the high E).
- Place your fingers. Press each dotted position with the finger number printed on it.
- Strum and check. Strum the 6 played strings and let each note ring cleanly. The chord sounds the notes E – G♯ – B – D – F♯.
Notes in the E 9th chord
The E 9th chord contains the notes E – G♯ – B – D – F♯. The diagram shows the common open shape, 0 2 0 1 0 2 from the lowest string to the highest.
E 9th guitar chord — frequently asked questions
How do you play the E 9th chord on guitar?
Use the shape 0 2 0 1 0 2 (low E to high E): press the dots shown, play the 3 open strings and mute the 0 marked with an ×. It sounds the notes E – G♯ – B – D – F♯.
What notes are in the E 9th chord?
The E 9th chord (E9) contains the notes E – G♯ – B – D – F♯.
Is the E 9th guitar chord diagram free?
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