C#/Db7(#5,#9) guitar chord (C#/Db Dominant 7th, Sharp 5th, Sharp 9th)

Symbols: 7(#5,#9), 7(+5,+9), +7#9

Steps: 1-3-#5-b7-#9

Notes: C#-F-A-B-E

The C#/Db 7(#5,#9) chord sharpens both the fifth and the ninth, delivering a bold and striking sound. With notes C#, F, A, B and E, it is commonly used in jazz and rock to bring intensity and excitement to the music. Below, you'll find how to play the "C#/Db 7(#5,#9)" chord, finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

C#/Db7(#5,#9) guitar chord - variation 1
  • Barre the 5th fret with your pinky, extending over the 1st to the 2nd strings
  • Position your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 4th fret and press down
  • Press the D (4th) string on the 3rd fret with your index finger
  • With your middle finger, press down on the A (5th) string at the 4th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string