D# Chord
The D# is a major chord that sounds bright, happy, and resolved. Major chords are the backbone of countless songs. Their bright, stable sound makes them perfect for strumming, picking, and rhythm playing across every genre.
Open Position
Chord Diagrams
Position — Fret 11
Uses a barre chord technique
Barre Shape — Fret 6
Uses a barre chord technique
How to Play D#
Follow these steps for the open position fingering:
| # | String | Instruction | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Low E (6th string) | ●Fret 11 with your index finger | D# |
| 2 | A (5th string) | ●Fret 13 with your ring finger | G |
| 3 | D (4th string) | ●Fret 13 with your pinky finger | A# |
| 4 | G (3rd string) | ●Fret 12 with your middle finger | D# |
| 5 | B (2nd string) | ●Fret 11 with your index finger | G |
| 6 | High E (1st string) | ●Fret 11 with your index finger | A# |
○ = Open string (no fingers needed)
✕ = Muted string (don't play)
● = Press your finger down firmly just behind the fret
Notes in D#
The D# chord is built from 3 distinct notes, each serving a harmonic role:
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