Am9 Guitar Chord
A sophisticated minor sound popular in neo-soul, jazz and lo-fi hip-hop. On guitar, the fifth is commonly omitted to make room for the ninth.
Strings
X–0–2–4–1–3
Notation for Am9 chord
Other names: A minor 9th, A min9, A-9
Music theory name: minor ninth chord
Common name: A minor ninth chord
Intervals and tones in Am9 chord
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| A | Root |
| C | Minor 3rd |
| E | Perfect 5th |
| G | Minor 7th |
| H | Major 9th |
All Variations
Open
X–0–2–4–1–3
Fret 5
5–7–5–5–5–7
Fret 8
8–0–9–0–8–0
Fret 10
X–12–10–12–12–12