C#/Dbmaj9(#11) guitar chord (C#/Db Major 9th, Sharp 11th)

Symbols: maj9(#11), maj7(9,#11)

Steps: 1-3-5-7-9-#11

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

The C#/Db maj9#11 chord offers a distinctive flavor with its sharp 11th extension added to the major 9th. Featuring the notes C#, F, G#, C, D# and G, this chord blends a dreamy quality with subtle tension, making it ideal for modern jazz or fusion contexts. Below, you'll find two variations how to play the "C#/Db maj9(#11)" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

C#/Dbmaj9(#11) guitar chord - variation 1
  • Barre the 3rd fret with your index finger, extending over the 1st to the 4th strings
  • Place your ring finger on the B (2nd) string at the 4th fret and press down
  • Press the G (3rd) string on the 5th fret with your pinky
  • Use your middle finger to press the A (5th) string down on the 4th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 2

C#/Dbmaj9(#11) guitar chord - variation 2
  • Apply a barre with your index finger across the 8th fret, covering the 1st to the 5th strings
  • Use your ring finger to press the D (4th) string down on the 10th fret
  • Press down on the low E (6th) string at the 9th fret using your middle finger
  • To play the chord, strum all the strings