Dadd11 guitar chord

The Dadd11 chord (D added 11th) is built from the notes D, F#, A and G, formula 1–3–5–11.

Notes
D F# A G
Type
added 11th
Level
Barre chord
Barre · fret 2Shape 1 of 3
×3412DGADF#
x55232

How to play Dadd11

The usual Dadd11 shape is a barre chord: your index finger presses fret 2 across several strings (x55232). Barre chords take practice, so start by getting each string to ring clearly before worrying about speed.

A major chord with an added fourth on top, giving a bright, ringing color.

Other ways to play it

Dadd115×123DGDF#A
Barre · fret 5
Dadd1110132DGDF#AD
Barre · fret 10

Questions

What notes are in the Dadd11 chord?

Dadd11 contains D, F#, A and G. Its formula is 1–3–5–11.

Is Dadd11 hard to play on guitar?

It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x55232.

What can I play instead of Dadd11?

D is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Dadd11 is too hard or too busy.