Which notes are in the D#m(add9) chord?

D#m(add9) contains the notes D#, F#, A# and F. Relative to the root these are the degrees 1 – ♭3 – 5 – 9.

How many ways can you play D#m(add9)?

Minory lists a single guitar fingering for D#m(add9).

Is the D#m(add9) chord hard to play?

D#m(add9) requires a barre, so it can feel demanding at first. Keeping the index finger straight and pressing from the wrist rather than the thumb makes it noticeably easier.

Are D#m(add9) and Ebm(add9) the same chord?

Yes. D#m(add9) and Ebm(add9) are enharmonically identical — the spelling differs but the frets and keys are the same. Which name is used depends on the key of the piece.

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D#m(add9) Chord on Guitar

The D#m(add9) chord (D# minor added 9th) is built from the notes D#, F#, A# and F. The guitar fingering for it is shown below. The same chord is also written Ebm(add9); both spellings sound identical.

Chord diagrams

D#m(add9)starts at fret 1

Fingering

string 6 (E): muted
string 5 (A): muted
string 4 (D): fret 4 — ring finger
string 3 (G): fret 3 — middle finger
string 2 (B): fret 4 — little finger
string 1 (E): fret 1 — index finger

Notes in this chord

D♯
F♯
A♯
F

Degrees: 1 – ♭3 – 5 – 9

Also written: Ebm(add9)

How to play

D#m(add9) can be played with open strings on guitar, which makes it an accessible shape for beginners. Strings marked ○ ring open, while strings marked ✕ are muted.

Theory behind the chord

Minor add9 chords add the ninth to a plain minor triad without a seventh. The added tone brightens the minor colour just enough to keep it open and cinematic rather than sad. On D#m(add9) this structure sits on the root D#, so the degrees 1 – ♭3 – 5 – 9 map onto D#, F#, A# and F.

Frequently asked questions

Which notes are in the D#m(add9) chord?: D#m(add9) contains the notes D#, F#, A# and F. Relative to the root these are the degrees 1 – ♭3 – 5 – 9.
How many ways can you play D#m(add9)?: Minory lists a single guitar fingering for D#m(add9).
Is the D#m(add9) chord hard to play?: D#m(add9) requires a barre, so it can feel demanding at first. Keeping the index finger straight and pressing from the wrist rather than the thumb makes it noticeably easier.
Are D#m(add9) and Ebm(add9) the same chord?: Yes. D#m(add9) and Ebm(add9) are enharmonically identical — the spelling differs but the frets and keys are the same. Which name is used depends on the key of the piece.

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