Dmaj7 guitar chord
The Dmaj7 chord (D major 7th) is built from the notes D, F#, A and C#, formula 1–3–5–7. It appears in D major (as Imaj7) and A major (as IVmaj7).
- Notes
- D F# A C#
- Type
- major 7th
- Level
- Beginner
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xx0222How to play Dmaj7
The standard open Dmaj7 shape is xx0222. It needs 3 fingers and stays in the first few frets, so it is one of the chords most players learn early.
Soft and dreamy. The major 7th adds a gentle, jazzy shimmer to a major chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Dmaj7 chord?
Dmaj7 contains D, F#, A and C#. Its formula is 1–3–5–7.
Is Dmaj7 hard to play on guitar?
No. The open shape (xx0222) is beginner-friendly and doesn't need a barre.
What can I play instead of Dmaj7?
D is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Dmaj7 is too hard or too busy.