Gadd9 Chord
How to play G add9 on guitar — a major chord with extra shimmer; very common in worship and pop.
- Notes
- G – B – D – A
- Frets (low → high)
- 3 0 0 0 0 3
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Shape
- Movable shape at fret 3
How to play Gadd9, step by step
- 1Put your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the low E string (6th).
- 2Put your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the high E string (1st).
- 3Let the A, D, G and B strings ring open.
- 4Strum slowly and check every string sounds cleanly; if one buzzes, press closer to the fret wire and arch your fingers so they clear the neighbouring strings.
What makes a added ninth chord
A major chord with extra shimmer; very common in worship and pop.
| Note | Interval | Semitones above G |
|---|---|---|
| G | root | 0 |
| B | major 3rd | 4 |
| D | 5th | 7 |
| A | 9th | 2 |
Other G chords
Same root, different colour. Swapping one of these into a progression is the quickest way to change its mood without changing the key.
Every add9 chord
The same shape moved around the neck. If you can play Gadd9 you are a fret-slide away from all of these.
Frequently asked questions
- What notes are in the Gadd9 chord?
- Gadd9 is made of G, B, D, A — the root, major 3rd, 5th, 9th of G.
- Is Gadd9 hard to play?
- No — Gadd9 sits at 3 0 0 0 0 3 and is rated easy, so it is comfortable for most beginners.
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