Guitar C#m7 | D♭m7 chord diagram
C#m7 | D♭m7 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 3 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play C#m7 | D♭m7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play C#m7 | D♭m7, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string, G string, and E string fret 4. Place middle finger on B string fret 5. Place ring finger on D string fret 6. C#m7 can also be written as D♭m7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place A string with your index finger and G string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 4 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on C#m7 | D♭m7 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from C#m7 | D♭m7 to G#m/F# | A♭m/F#, using on D string, use your pinky, on B string, use your ring finger, on A string, use your middle finger, on G string, use your middle finger, and on E string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- C# - E - G# - B
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Minor 7 — jazz and soul feel
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play C#m7 | D♭m7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar C#m7 | D♭m7 chord diagramx-2-2-1-2-x
Guitar C#m7 | D♭m7 chord diagramx-2-2-4-2-4
Guitar C#m7 | D♭m7 chord diagramx-4-2-4-2-4
Guitar C#m7 | D♭m7 chord diagramx-2-2-1-2-4
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to C#m7 | D♭m7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. C#m7 | D♭m7 → C#5 | D♭5 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to C#5 | D♭5, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, lift your middle finger from B string fret 5.
- Keep index finger on A string fret 4.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 6.
2. C#m7 | D♭m7 → G#5 | A♭5 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to G#5 | A♭5, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, lift your middle finger from B string fret 5.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 4.
- Slide your ring finger from D string fret 6 to A string fret 6.
3. C#m7 | D♭m7 → G#m/F# | A♭m/F# chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to G#m/F# | A♭m/F#, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 4 and place it on D string fret 4.
4. C#m7 | D♭m7 → Gm/C chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to Gm/C, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, lift your middle finger from B string fret 5.
- Slide your index finger on A string from fret 4 to fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger on D string from fret 6 to fret 5.
5. C#m7 | D♭m7 → C#sus2 | D♭sus2 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to C#sus2 | D♭sus2, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, lift your middle finger from B string fret 5.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 4.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 6.
- Place pinky on G string fret 6.
6. C#m7 | D♭m7 → C5 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to C5, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, lift your middle finger from B string fret 5.
- Slide your index finger on A string from fret 4 to fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger on D string from fret 6 to fret 5.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from C#m7 | D♭m7 across songs on this site.
1. C#m7 | D♭m7 → G chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to G, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on A string from fret 4 to fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 5 to E string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 6 and place it on E string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing C#m7 | D♭m7 use the transition to G at 18.8%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. C#m7 | D♭m7 → Em chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to Em, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, lift your index finger from A string fret 4.
- Lift your middle finger from B string fret 5 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger on D string from fret 6 to fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing C#m7 | D♭m7 use the transition to Em at 12.5%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
3. C#m7 | D♭m7 → F#7 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to F#7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 5 to G string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 6 and place it on A string fret 4.
On Chordier, songs containing C#m7 | D♭m7 use the transition to F#7 at 9.4%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
4. C#m7 | D♭m7 → G#7 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to G#7, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, lift your ring finger from D string fret 6.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 4 and place it on D string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 5 to E string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing C#m7 | D♭m7 use the transition to G#7 at 9.4%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
5. C#m7 | D♭m7 → C chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to C, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 4 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 5 to D string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 6 and place it on A string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing C#m7 | D♭m7 use the transition to C at 9.4%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using C#m7 | D♭m7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the C#m7 | D♭m7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C#m7 | D♭m7 easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar C#m7 | D♭m7 is generally intermediate. It spans 3 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play C#m7 | D♭m7?
There is a simpler alternative for C#m7 | D♭m7 on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-2-2-1-2-4. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from C#m7 | D♭m7 on Guitar?
Guitar C#m7 | D♭m7 commonly moves to G and Em. Based on our catalog data, C#m7 | D♭m7 to G is recorded 6 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 18.8% of outgoing C#m7 | D♭m7 transitions. C#m7 | D♭m7 to Em is recorded 4 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 12.5%.
What songs use the C#m7 | D♭m7 chord?
Eric Clapton - Layla Chords is one of 3 songs that use the C#m7 | D♭m7 chord.