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Chord Shapes

There are 3 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the A, D, G, B and high E strings at the same time

Position Characteristics

  • This position requires barre
  • This position is movable

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Position 2

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the A string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the B and high E strings at the same time
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the G string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 9 of the D string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 9 of the low E string

Position Characteristics

  • This position requires barre
  • This position is movable

Audio file

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Position 3

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Mute the A string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the D, G and high E strings at the same time
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 12 of the B string

Position Characteristics

  • This position requires barre
  • This position is movable

Audio file

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Db 11 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the Db 11 chord, a fascinating member of the Dominant Chords family. The Db 11 chord is a complex and vibrant chord that adds depth and richness to your music. It's composed of the following notes: Db, F, Ab, Cb, Eb, and Gb.

The intervals that make up this chord are 1 (root), 3 (major third), 5 (perfect fifth), b7 (minor seventh), 9 (major ninth), and 11 (perfect eleventh). These intervals give the Db 11 chord its unique sound. If you're new to the concept of intervals, you might find our tutorial about fretboard intervals helpful.

To fully understand and appreciate the Db 11 chord, it's important to have a solid understanding of dominant chords. These chords, often denoted by a 7, play a crucial role in creating tension and resolution in music. Check out our tutorial about dominant (7) guitar chords for a more in-depth exploration of this topic.

In this tutorial, we'll provide chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to help you visualize and understand the Db 11 chord. We'll also show you how to play this chord effectively on your guitar. If you're interested in learning more about how chords are built by stacking intervals, you can dive into our tutorial that teaches how to build chords by stacking intervals.

Whether you're a seasoned guitarist looking to expand your chord vocabulary or a beginner ready to take on a new challenge, the Db 11 chord is a great addition to your repertoire. Let's dive in and explore the world of the Db 11 chord together.

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