A#/Bb6add9 guitar chord (A#/Bb Major 6th, Added 9th)

Symbols: 6add9, add6/9, 6/9

Steps: 1-3-5-6-9

Notes: A#-D-F-G-C

The A#/Bb 6add9 chord is a vibrant blend of the 6th and 9th added to the major triad. Its notes A#, D, F, G and C create a warm and inviting sound, often used in jazz, soul, and pop styles. Below, you'll find three variations how to play the "A#/Bb 6add9" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

A#/Bb6add9 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Place your index finger on the B (2nd) string at the 3rd fret and press down
  • With your ring finger, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 5th fret
  • Press the D (4th) string on the 5th fret with your middle finger
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 6th fret of the low E (6th) string and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings up to the 2nd string, mute the 5th string

Variation 2

A#/Bb6add9 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Press the E (1st) string on the 6th fret with your pinky
  • Place your ring finger on the B (2nd) string at the 6th fret and press down
  • Barre the 5th fret with your index finger, extending over the 3rd to the 5th strings
  • Use your middle finger to press the low E (6th) string down on the 6th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings

Variation 3

A#/Bb6add9 guitar chord - variation 3
  • With your pinky, press down on the E (1st) string at the 13th fret
  • Press the B (2nd) string on the 13th fret with your ring finger
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 12th fret from the 3rd to the 4th strings
  • Place your middle finger on the A (5th) string at the 13th fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string