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Chord Shapes
There are 9 positions for this chord:
Position 1
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the D and G strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the A string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the B string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the high E string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
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Position 2
Fingers Positions
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 9 of the A, D and G strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 10 of the low E string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the B string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 10 of the high E string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
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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 G string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 12 of the D string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 12 of the B string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 12 of the high E string
Position Characteristics
- This position is movable
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Position 4
Fingers Positions
- Let the B string play without pressing any fret
- Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 10 of the low E string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 11 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 12 of the A string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 12 of the D string
Position Characteristics
- This position uses open strings
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Position 5
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Let the B string play without pressing any fret
- Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the A string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the D string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 7 of the G string
Position Characteristics
- This position uses open strings
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Position 6
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Mute the D string
- Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the A string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the B string
Position Characteristics
- This position uses open strings
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Position 7
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Mute the A string
- Let the D string play without pressing any fret
- Let the B string play without pressing any fret
- Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the G string
Position Characteristics
- This position uses open strings
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Position 8
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Let the B string play without pressing any fret
- Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the G string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 12 of the A string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 12 of the D string
Position Characteristics
- This position uses open strings
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Position 9
Fingers Positions
- Mute the A string
- Let the D string play without pressing any fret
- Let the B string play without pressing any fret
- Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the low E string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 2 of the G string
Position Characteristics
- This position uses open strings
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D 6/9 Description
Welcome to our tutorial on the D 6/9 chord, a unique and vibrant chord that belongs to the Major Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes D, F#, A, B, and E, which are built from the intervals 1, 3, 5, 6, and 9. These intervals are also known as the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, Major Sixth and Major Ninth.
To fully understand the construction of this chord, it's crucial to have a solid grasp of musical intervals and how they form the backbone of any guitar chord. If you're new to this concept, we recommend checking out our tutorial that explains how to build chords by stacking intervals.
The D 6/9 chord is often used in a variety of musical genres, including jazz, pop, and blues. Its rich, full sound makes it a favorite among many guitarists. In this tutorial, we'll provide chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to help you visualize and understand the tones that compose this chord.
If you're interested in expanding your chord vocabulary beyond the basics, the D 6/9 chord is a great place to start. It's a bit more advanced than beginner chords, but not as complex as some intermediate guitar chords. And if you're looking to dive deeper into the world of sixth and ninth chords, you can explore our tutorials on sixth guitar chords and ninth guitar chords.
Mastering the D 6/9 chord will not only enhance your guitar playing skills but also open up a whole new world of musical possibilities. So grab your guitar, and let's get started!
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