E6add9 guitar chord (E Major 6th, Added 9th)

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

Steps: 1-3-5-6-9

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

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

Variation 1
E6add9 guitar chord - variation 1
  • With your pinky, press down on the E (1st) string at the 7th fret
  • Press the B (2nd) string on the 7th fret with your ring finger
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 6th fret from the 3rd to the 4th strings
  • Place your middle finger on the A (5th) string at the 7th fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 2
E6add9 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Place your index finger on the B (2nd) string at the 9th fret and press down
  • With your ring finger, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 11th fret
  • Press the D (4th) string on the 11th fret with your middle finger
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 12th 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 3
E6add9 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 5th strings
  • Use your middle finger to press the low E (6th) string down on the 12th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings

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