F Minor 9 Major 7th Guitar Chord
All positions and voicings on the fretboard
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F Minor 9 Major 7th — chord details
The diagrams above show every voicing and chord variation for F Minor 9 Major 7th on guitar. Use the fret filter to narrow down voicings within a specific fret range — ideal for finding close-proximity chords when composing or arranging.
F minor ninth with major seventh is an advanced jazz voicing that layers a major seventh and ninth over a minor triad — , intervals . This complex chord juxtaposes the darkness of the minor third against the luminous major seventh and airy ninth. It appears in modern jazz, fusion, and progressive arrangements that explore the boundaries of tonal color.
How to Play F Minor 9 Major 7th
On guitar, F m9(Maj7) typically requires a barre or partial barre voicing. Experiment with different positions to find the voicing that best suits your playing context — higher positions sound brighter and tighter, while lower positions offer more bass and resonance. CAGED system shapes help navigate these options efficiently.
F Minor 9 Major 7th in Progressions
F m9(Maj7) appears in various harmonic contexts depending on the key. Analyze the surrounding chords to determine its function — it may serve as a primary chord, a substitution, or a chromatic color chord that enriches the harmonic palette of a progression.
Common Substitutions
Fm(maj7), Fm9, or FmMaj7 provide related voicings for sophisticated minor harmony.
Difficulty: This is an advanced chord on guitar — it requires precise finger placement and usually a barre or uncommon shape.