Guitar Dm/B chord diagram
Dm/B is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play Dm/B, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dm/B, follow these steps: Place index finger on E string fret 1. Place middle finger on A string fret 2. Place ring finger on G string fret 2. Place pinky on B string fret 3.
Tips
- Place E string with your index finger and A string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On E string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
- To play Dm/B cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (A string, G string, B 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
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5
- Chord Type
- Minor — soft and melancholic character
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dm/B on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Dm/B chord diagram1-x-3-2-3-1
Guitar Dm/B chord diagram5-5-3-x-3-5
Guitar Dm/B chord diagramx-x-3-2-3-1
Guitar Dm/B chord diagramx-5-3-2-3-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dm/B, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dm/B → Dm/F# chord transition
To move from Dm/B to Dm/F#, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on B string fret 3.
2. Dm/B → A#m/E | B♭m/E chord transition
To move from Dm/B to A#m/E | B♭m/E, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from G string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
- Lift your pinky from B string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 3.
3. Dm/B → Am chord transition
To move from Dm/B to Am, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm/B, lift your pinky from B string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from A string fret 2 to D string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 2.
4. Dm/B → Am/E chord transition
To move from Dm/B to Am/E, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm/B, lift your pinky from B string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from A string fret 2 to D string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 2.
5. Dm/B → F#dim | G♭dim chord transition
To move from Dm/B to F#dim | G♭dim, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm/B, lift your pinky from B string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from A string fret 2 to E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 2.
6. Dm/B → Aaug chord transition
To move from Dm/B to Aaug, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from G string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
- Lift your pinky from B string fret 3 and place it on D string fret 3.
Compatible Scales
These scales include Dm/B and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dm/B suitable for beginners on Guitar?
Dm/B sits in the intermediate range for Guitar players. It uses a 3-fret span. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for Dm/B?
Dm/B has a more accessible version for Guitar players. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-5-3-2-3-5. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.