A6add9 guitar chord (A Major 6th, Added 9th)

Symbols: 6add9, add6/9, 6/9

Steps: 1-3-5-6-9

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

The A 6add9 chord is a vibrant blend of the 6th and 9th added to the major triad. Its notes A, C#, E, F# and B create a warm and inviting sound, often used in jazz, soul, and pop styles. Below, you'll find three variations how to play the "A 6add9" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1
A6add9 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Use your index finger to press the B (2nd) string down on the 2nd fret
  • Press the G (3rd) string on the 4th fret with your ring finger
  • Place your middle finger on the D (4th) string at the 4th fret and press down
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 5th fret of the low E (6th) string and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings up to the 2nd string, mute the 5th string

Variation 2
A6add9 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Place your pinky on the E (1st) string at the 5th fret and press down
  • Use your ring finger to press the B (2nd) string down on the 5th fret
  • Apply a barre with your index finger across the 4th fret, covering the 3rd to the 5th strings
  • Press down on the low E (6th) string at the 5th fret using your middle finger
  • To play the chord, strum all the strings

Variation 3
A6add9 guitar chord - variation 3
  • Press the E (1st) string on the 12th fret with your pinky
  • Place your ring finger on the B (2nd) string at the 12th fret and press down
  • Barre the 11th fret with your index finger, extending over the 3rd to the 4th strings
  • Use your middle finger to press the A (5th) string down on the 12th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

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Other Major 6th, Added 9th Chords