C#/Db6add9 guitar chord (C#/Db Major 6th, Added 9th)

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

Steps: 1-3-5-6-9

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

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

Variation 1

C#/Db6add9 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Use your pinky to press the E (1st) string down on the 4th fret
  • Press down on the B (2nd) string at the 4th fret using your ring finger
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 3rd fret from the 3rd to the 4th strings
  • Position your middle finger on the A (5th) string at the 4th fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 2

C#/Db6add9 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Position your index finger on the B (2nd) string at the 6th fret and press down
  • Use your ring finger to press the G (3rd) string down on the 8th fret
  • Press down on the D (4th) string at the 8th fret using your middle finger
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 9th 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 3

C#/Db6add9 guitar chord - variation 3
  • Press down on the E (1st) string at the 9th fret using your pinky
  • Position your ring finger on the B (2nd) string at the 9th fret and press down
  • Barre the 8th fret with your index finger, extending over the 3rd to the 5th strings
  • With your middle finger, press down on the low E (6th) string at the 9th fret
  • To play the chord, strum all the strings