Guitar D6 chord diagram
D6 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 2 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play D6, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play D6, follow these steps: Place middle finger on G string fret 2. Place ring finger on E string fret 2.
Tips
- Place G string with your middle finger and E string with your ring finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 2 with your middle finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
- To play D6 cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (G string and E string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - F# - A - B
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 6
- Chord Type
- Sixth — smooth and nostalgic
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play D6 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar D6 chord diagramx-2-4-2-3-2
Guitar D6 chord diagramx-2-4-4-3-2
Guitar D6 chord diagramx-2-x-2-3-2
Guitar D6 chord diagramx-5-4-4-3-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to D6, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. D6 → D#dim | E♭dim chord transition
To move from D6 to D#dim | E♭dim, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on E string fret 2.
- Place index finger on D string fret 1.
2. D6 → D7 chord transition
To move from D6 to D7, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on E string fret 2.
- Place index finger on B string fret 1.
3. D6 → Asus2 chord transition
To move from D6 to Asus2, follow these steps:
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from E string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
4. D6 → Dsus2 chord transition
To move from D6 to Dsus2, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from E string fret 2 and place it on B string fret 3.
5. D6 → A chord transition
To move from D6 to A, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from E string fret 2 and place it on B string fret 2.
- Place index finger on D string fret 2.
6. D6 → Am/D chord transition
To move from D6 to Am/D, follow these steps:
- While playing D6, lift your ring finger from E string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Place index finger on B string fret 1.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from D6 across songs on this site.
1. D6 → D chord transition
To move from D6 to D, follow these steps:
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from E string fret 2 to B string fret 3.
- Place index finger on G string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing D6 use the transition to D at 100%. You can practice this transition in 2 different songs.
Songs Using D6 Chord
Popular songs that feature the D6 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is D6 suitable for beginners on Guitar?
D6 works well for beginner-level Guitar practice. It uses a 1-fret reach. Focus on finger placement first, then increase speed.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for D6?
D6 has a more accessible version for Guitar players. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-5-4-4-3-5. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.
Which songs include D6?
The Script - The Man Who Cant Be Moved Chords is one of 2 songs featuring the D6 chord.