Ab 9
BARRE CHORD
STANDARD TUNING (EADGBE)R&B / FunkVariation:
Video Tutorial
💡 Watch at 0.5× speed to catch the finger placement frame-by-frame.
Fingering Guide
1
Index Finger
Fret 3 · AKeep the joint arched for clarity and avoid muting adjacent strings.
2
Middle Finger
Fret 4 · E (low)Keep the joint arched for clarity and avoid muting adjacent strings.
3
Ring Finger
Fret 4 · DKeep the joint arched for clarity and avoid muting adjacent strings.
4
Pinky Finger
Fret 4 · BKeep the joint arched for clarity and avoid muting adjacent strings.
"Keep your thumb behind the neck for better reach and avoid muting adjacent strings."
PRACTICE TIP
Transition between Ab 9 and its relative Minor at 60 BPM to build muscle memory for common progressions.
Difficulty