Em9 guitar chord (E Minor 9th)

Symbols: m9, min9, -9

Steps: 1-b3-5-b7-9

Notes: E-G-B-D-F#

The E m9 chord extends the minor 7th by adding a ninth for a richer harmonic texture. Its notes E, G, B, D and F# produce a soulful and deeply expressive sound, ideal for jazz, blues, and R&B. Below, you'll find three variations how to play the "E m9" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1
Em9 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Use your index finger to press the E (1st) string down on the 2nd fret
  • To play the chord, strum all the strings, mute the 5th string

Variation 2
Em9 guitar chord - variation 2
  • With your pinky, press down on the B (2nd) string at the 7th fret
  • Press the G (3rd) string on the 7th fret with your ring finger
  • Use your index finger to press the D (4th) string down on the 5th fret
  • Place your middle finger on the A (5th) string at the 7th fret and press down
  • Strum from the 5th string to the 2nd strings

Variation 3
Em9 guitar chord - variation 3
  • Press the E (1st) string on the 14th fret with your pinky
  • Barre the 12th fret with your index finger, extending over the 2nd to the 4th strings
  • Press down on the low E (6th) string at the 12th fret using your index finger
  • Now, strum all the strings, mute the 5th string

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