G#/Ab7(#5,#9) guitar chord (G#/Ab Dominant 7th, Sharp 5th, Sharp 9th)

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

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

Notes: G#-C-E-Gb-B

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

Variation 1

G#/Ab7(#5,#9) guitar chord - variation 1
  • Place a barre using your pinky on the 12th fret from the 1st to the 2nd strings
  • Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 11th fret using your ring finger
  • With your index finger, press down on the D (4th) string at the 10th fret
  • Position your middle finger on the A (5th) string at the 11th fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string