Cmaj9 guitar chord (C Major 9th)

Symbols: maj9, M9, maj7(9)

Steps: 1-3-5-7-9

Notes: C-E-G-B-D

The C maj9 chord is a lush and sophisticated chord that extends the major 7th by adding a ninth. With the notes C, E, G, B and D, it delivers a dreamy and elegant sound, making it a favorite in jazz and ballads. Below, you'll find five variations how to play the "C maj9" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

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

Variation 2

Barre the 3rd fret with your index finger, extending over the 1st to the 5th strings
With your middle finger, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 4th fret
Position your ring finger on the D (4th) string at the 5th fret and press down
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 3

Apply a barre with your index finger across the 7th fret, covering the 1st to the 5th strings
Use your ring finger to press the B (2nd) string down on the 8th fret
Place your pinky on the D (4th) string at the 9th fret and press down
Press down on the low E (6th) string at the 8th fret using your middle finger
To play the chord, strum all the strings

Variation 4

Place your ring finger on the B (2nd) string at the 8th fret and press down
Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 7th fret using your index finger
Press the D (4th) string on the 9th fret with your pinky
Use your middle finger to press the low E (6th) string down on the 8th fret
Now, strum all the strings up to the 2nd string, mute the 5th string

Variation 5

Apply a barre with your index finger across the 10th fret, covering the 1st to the 4th strings
Position your pinky on the B (2nd) string at the 12th fret and press down
With your ring finger, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 12th fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

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