Gadd9 Ukulele Chord
Gadd9 on ukulele is 0-2-5-2: put your index finger on the 2nd fret of the C string, your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the A string, your little finger on the 5th fret of the E string and leave the g string open. It is a three-finger shape, a little fiddly at first but it settles fast.
- Notes: G, B, D and A
- Frets: 0 2 5 2
- Tuning: g C E A
Gadd9 ukulele chord details
- Type
- Added 9th
- Also known as
- G added ninth
- Formula
- 1 3 5 9
- Intervals
- G (root), B (major 3rd), D (perfect 5th), A (major 9th)
- Notes
- G, B, D and A
- Frets
- 0 2 5 2
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Tuning
- Standard (g C E A)
How to play the Gadd9 chord
Here is the Gadd9 chord step by step:
- Put your index finger on the 2nd fret of the C string.
- Put your little finger on the 5th fret of the E string.
- Put your middle finger on the 2nd fret of the A string.
- Leave the g string open.
- Strum all four strings.
It is a bit of a stretch, so go slow and let your hand learn the shape. These quick tips for tricky chords help. New to these grids? Have a look at how to read a ukulele chord diagram.
Is there an easier way to play Gadd9?
Yes: play it as 2-2-3-2. Barre the 2nd fret across the g, C and A strings with your index finger and put your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the E string. It uses two fingers instead of three. Use it while the main shape is still settling, then go back to the full voicing for the bigger sound.
What notes are in the Gadd9 chord?
The Gadd9 chord is built from four notes: G, B, D and A (the root, major 3rd, perfect 5th and major 9th). The added ninth keeps the chord bright but opens it up with a more modern, ringing color.
Ukulele songs that use the Gadd9 chord
Want to go further?
Once Gadd9 feels comfortable, its close relatives are worth exploring: try G7, Gmaj7, Gm and G. It works as a richer color alongside the basic chords you already know. Then put it into a strumming pattern. When you are ready, try some easy ukulele songs.