D# Guitar Chord | How To Play The D Sharp Major Chord

D# maj position 1 guitar chord diagram

Welcome to our tutorial on the D# maj chord. This chord, which belongs to the Major Chords family, is composed of the notes D#, F##, and A#. The intervals that build this chord are 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), and 5 (Perfect Fifth). Understanding the theory behind chord construction can greatly improve your versatility and skill as a guitarist.

For a deeper understanding of how chords are built by stacking intervals, you might want to check out our tutorial on guitar music theory. This will give you a solid foundation in the theory behind the D# maj chord and many others.

Our tutorial will provide you with detailed chord diagrams and fretboard patterns showing the tones composing the D# maj chord. These visual aids are designed to help you understand and memorize the chord's structure. If you ever come across a chord shape and are unsure how to name it, our interactive tool for analyzing chord shapes can be a great help.

Once you've mastered the D# maj chord, you can apply your knowledge to a variety of musical styles. For example, major chords like the D# are often used in common chord progressions, which can help you create your own songs.

Remember, practice is key when it comes to mastering any new chord. So, pick up your guitar and start practicing the D# maj chord today!

Notes that compose the D# maj chord:

D#F##A#

Tones of the Major chord:

1
b2
2
b3
3
4
b5
5
#5
6
b7
7

Guitar Patterns for the D# Major chord

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If you have difficulties with bar chord shapes, check the Bar Chords Tips tutorial.

You can also use this accessible chords page with written diagrams instruction.

Position 1
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D# maj position 2 guitar chord diagram

Position 2
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D# maj position 1 guitar chord diagram

Position 3
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D# maj position 3 guitar chord diagram

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Play This Chord With Other Roots

C maj | D maj | E maj | F maj | G maj | A maj | B maj | C#maj | D#maj | F#maj | G#maj | A#maj | Abmaj | Bbmaj | Dbmaj | Ebmaj | Gbmaj

Complete Fretboard Map of D# maj chord tones

You can create any fingering you like on any part of the fretboard, just play some of the chord tones shown in the map below. Some shapes will sound good, some less, let your ears decide!

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1
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3
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5
6
7
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15
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5
1
3
5
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3
5
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3
5
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