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F9/A guitar shapes

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F9 / A (1st inversion) guitar chord diagram showing fretboard positions
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About the chord

F9 / A (1st inversion)

F9/A is the F9 / A (1st inversion) guitar chord with A in the bass. It uses the notes F, A, C, E♭, and G and the interval formula 1-3-5-♭7-9.

The F9 dominant 9 chord enriches the dominant 7th by adding a major ninth G, enhancing its tension with a colorful, jazzy flair. This extended harmony adds sophistication, frequently used in jazz, blues, and funk for dynamic progressions. With A in the bass, this voicing functions as the 1st inversion of F9.

Also written as F9 and Fdom9/A.

Root note: F
Bass note: A
Chord tones: 5
Playable shapes: 56

Chord tones

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Common guitar voicings

These are quick-start shapes for players who want the answer first and the deeper theory second.

Shape 1

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  1. 1 Place the 1st finger on the 1st fret of the 4th string.
  2. 2 Place the 2nd finger on the 1st fret of the 1st string and 2nd string in barre position.
  3. 3 Strum from the 5th string down.

Shape 2

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  1. 1 Place the 1st finger on the 3rd fret of the 4th string.
  2. 2 Place the 2nd finger on the 3rd fret of the 1st string.
  3. 3 Place the 3rd finger on the 4th fret of the 2nd string.
  4. 4 Strum from the 5th string down.

Notes & Intervals

Each note below shows how the chord is built from its root. This is the theory layer underneath the fretboard shapes.

F Unison (Root) 1

The root anchors the chord and defines its tonal center.

A Major Third 3

This note defines the chord's major quality and brings brightness to the sound.

C Perfect Fifth 5

The fifth reinforces stability and gives the chord its strong harmonic frame.

E♭ Minor Seventh ♭7

The minor seventh adds bluesy or jazzy tension that wants to move onward.

G Major Ninth 9

The ninth opens the chord up and adds a modern, spacious color.

Quick answers

What notes are in F9/A?

F9/A uses the notes F, A, C, E♭, and G. Its interval formula is 1-3-5-♭7-9.

What is another name for F9/A?

F9/A is also written as F9 and Fdom9/A.

How do you play F9/A on guitar?

Place the 1st finger on the 1st fret of the 4th string. Place the 2nd finger on the 1st fret of the 1st string and 2nd string in barre position. Strum from the 5th string down.

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