F#/Gb7(#5,#9) guitar chord (F#/Gb Dominant 7th, Sharp 5th, Sharp 9th)

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

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

Notes: F#-A#-D-E-A

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

Variation 1

F#/Gb7(#5,#9) guitar chord - variation 1
  • Apply a barre with your pinky across the 10th fret, covering the 1st to the 2nd strings
  • With your ring finger, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 9th fret
  • Place your index finger on the D (4th) string at the 8th fret and press down
  • Press the A (5th) string on the 9th fret with your middle finger
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string