Accessible Page: E7#9 Guitar Chord (the Hendrix chord)

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Chord Shapes

There are 7 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the B string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 3 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 7 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 12 of the D, G and B strings at the same time

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position uses open strings

Position 4

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 7 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 5

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the A string
• Mute the D string
• Mute the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the B string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 3 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 6

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 3 of the B and high E strings at the same time

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 7

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 7 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

E 7(#9) Description

Welcome to this comprehensive tutorial dedicated to the E 7(#9) chord, a member of the vibrant Dominant Chords family. This chord, also known as the 'Hendrix chord', is known for its distinctive, rich sound that adds a touch of complexity and color to any composition.

The E 7(#9) chord is composed of the notes E, G#, B, D, and F##. The chord's construction is based on a series of intervals: the 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), 5 (Perfect Fifth), b7 (Minor Seventh), and #9 (Augmented Ninth). Understanding these intervals is key to mastering this chord, and you can deepen your knowledge of them by visiting our tutorial about fretboard intervals.

Learning to play the E 7(#9) chord can be a bit challenging, especially for beginners. However, with the right guidance and a lot of practice, you will be able to add this chord to your repertoire. This tutorial will provide you with detailed chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that visually illustrate the tones composing the chord. For a broader understanding of guitar chords, you may want to check out our full tutorial about guitar chords of all types.

The E 7(#9) chord is a staple in many genres, including blues and jazz, due to its unique and versatile sound. If you're interested in exploring more about chord progressions commonly used in these genres, our tutorial about jazz chord progressions is a great resource.

Remember, understanding the theory behind the chords you play is just as important as knowing how to play them. If you want to delve deeper into the theory of chord construction, take a look at our tutorial on how to build chords by stacking intervals.

Enjoy your journey into the world of the E 7(#9) chord and happy strumming!

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