Gmadd9 Ukulele Chord
Gmadd9 on ukulele is 3-2-3-0: put your index finger on the 2nd fret of the C string, your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the g string, your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the E string and leave the A string open. It is a three-finger shape, a little fiddly at first but it settles fast.
- Notes: G, Bb, D and A
- Frets: 3 2 3 0
- Tuning: g C E A
- Looking for G#madd9? That is Abmadd9
Gmadd9 ukulele chord details
- Type
- Minor added 9th
- Also known as
- G minor added ninth
- Formula
- 1 b3 5 9
- Intervals
- G (root), Bb (minor 3rd), D (perfect 5th), A (major 9th)
- Notes
- G, Bb, D and A
- Frets
- 3 2 3 0
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Tuning
- Standard (g C E A)
How to play the Gmadd9 chord
Here is the Gmadd9 chord step by step:
- Put your middle finger on the 3rd fret of the g string.
- Put your index finger on the 2nd fret of the C string.
- Put your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the E string.
- Leave the A string open.
- Strum all four strings.
Take it slowly the first few times and it will start to feel natural. New to these grids? Have a look at how to read a ukulele chord diagram.
Is there an easier way to play Gmadd9?
Not really. 3-2-3-0 is already the simplest playable shape for Gmadd9 on a ukulele; every alternative either needs more fingers or sits higher up the neck. If it still feels awkward, the tips above are the fix.
What notes are in the Gmadd9 chord?
The Gmadd9 chord is built from four notes: G, Bb, D and A (the root, minor 3rd, perfect 5th and major 9th). The added ninth gives the minor chord a more open, modern color.
Ukulele songs that use the Gmadd9 chord
Want to go further?
Once Gmadd9 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. When that feels good, work on switching between chords faster. When you are ready, try some easy ukulele songs.