Dmaj9 guitar chord
The Dmaj9 chord (D major 9th) is built from the notes D, F#, A, C# and E, formula 1–3–5–7–9.
- Notes
- D F# A C# E
- Type
- major 9th
- Level
- Barre chord
Barre · fret 2Shape 1 of 2
x52222How to play Dmaj9
The usual Dmaj9 shape is a barre chord: your index finger presses fret 2 across several strings (x52222). Barre chords take practice, so start by getting each string to ring clearly before worrying about speed.
Very lush and relaxed, often used in jazz ballads and lo-fi.
Other ways to play it
Dmaj9
Barre · fret 7
Questions
What notes are in the Dmaj9 chord?
Dmaj9 contains D, F#, A, C# and E. Its formula is 1–3–5–7–9.
Is Dmaj9 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x52222.
What can I play instead of Dmaj9?
Dmaj7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Dmaj9 is too hard or too busy.