C11b9 guitar chord (C Dominant 11th, Flat 9th)

Symbols: 11b9, 7sus4(b9)

Steps: 1-5-b7-b9-11

Notes: C-G-Bb-Db-F

The C 11b9 chord adds a flat ninth to the dominant 11th, resulting in a suspenseful and tension-filled tone. With notes C, G, Bb, Db and F, it's often used in jazz to create a rich, dissonant atmosphere. Below, you'll find three variations how to play the "C 11b9" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1
C11b9 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Position your index finger on the B (2nd) string at the 2nd fret and press down
  • Place your pinky on the G (3rd) string at the 3rd fret and press down
  • Use your ring finger to press the D (4th) string down on the 3rd fret
  • Press down on the A (5th) string at the 3rd fret using your middle finger
  • Strum from the 5th string to the 2nd strings

Variation 2
C11b9 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 6th fret from the 2nd to the 3rd strings
  • Use your pinky to press the D (4th) string down on the 8th fret
  • Press down on the low E (6th) string at the 8th fret using your ring finger
  • Now, strum all the strings up to the 2nd string, mute the 5th string

Variation 3
C11b9 guitar chord - variation 3
  • Press down on the E (1st) string at the 9th fret using your index finger
  • Press the B (2nd) string on the 11th fret with your pinky
  • Place your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 10th fret and press down
  • Use your middle finger to press the D (4th) string down on the 10th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Other C Chords

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Other Dominant 11th, Flat 9th Chords