# D♭ major 9 Guitar Chord

> The D♭ major 9 major 9 chord adds a major ninth E♭ to the major 7th, creating an expansive, ethereal sound. Its rich harmonic structure enhances the major tonality with a modern, sophisticated vibe, ideal for jazz, ambient, and cinematic music. With A♭ in the bass, this voicing functions as the 2nd inversion of D♭ major 9.

Source: https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-flat-major-9/a-flat

## Chord Facts

- Symbol: D♭maj9
- Notes: D♭, F, A♭, C, E♭
- Intervals: 1 (D♭), 3 (F), 5 (A♭), 7 (C), 9 (E♭)
- Mood: lush, calming, vibrant, elegant
- Genres: Jazz, Soul, Pop, R&B
- Playable shapes: 5

## Quick Shapes

- Shape 1: 4 4 1 1 1 1 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-flat-major-9/a-flat/441111)
- Shape 2: 4 3 1 1 2 1 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-flat-major-9/a-flat/431121)
- Shape 3: 4 3 3 6 4 4 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-flat-major-9/a-flat/433644)
- Shape 4: -1 11 11 10 13 11 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-flat-major-9/a-flat/xbbadb)
- Shape 5: 4 3 3 6 4 -1 (https://guitarwiz.app/chords/d-flat-major-9/a-flat/43364x)

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