Guitar Dmaj7 chord diagram
Dmaj7 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 Dmaj7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dmaj7, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string, B string, and E string fret 2.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and B string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - F# - A - C#
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 7
- Chord Type
- Major 7 — warm and lush
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dmaj7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Dmaj7 chord diagramx-4-4-2-3-2
Guitar Dmaj7 chord diagramx-4-4-2-3-5
Guitar Dmaj7 chord diagramx-5-4-2-2-2
Guitar Dmaj7 chord diagramx-5-4-2-2-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dmaj7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dmaj7 → F#m/D | G♭m/D chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to F#m/D | G♭m/D, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
2. Dmaj7 → F#m/E | G♭m/E chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to F#m/E | G♭m/E, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
3. Dmaj7 → A5 chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to A5, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
4. Dmaj7 → Em/A chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to Em/A, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
5. Dmaj7 → Fm/D chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to Fm/D, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 2 to fret 1.
6. Dmaj7 → Gm/A chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to Gm/A, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 2 to fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Dmaj7 across songs on this site.
1. Dmaj7 → G chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to G, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Place middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Place ring finger on E string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dmaj7 use the transition to G at 58.8%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. Dmaj7 → Dm chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to Dm, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on B string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dmaj7 use the transition to Dm at 11.8%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
3. Dmaj7 → C#m7 chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to C#m7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 4.
- Place middle finger on B string fret 5.
- Place ring finger on D string fret 6.
On Chordier, songs containing Dmaj7 use the transition to C#m7 at 11.8%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
4. Dmaj7 → F#m chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to F#m, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 4.
- Place pinky on D string fret 4.
On Chordier, songs containing Dmaj7 use the transition to F#m at 5.9%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
5. Dmaj7 → Cmaj7 chord transition
To move from Dmaj7 to Cmaj7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Place middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dmaj7 use the transition to Cmaj7 at 5.9%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using Dmaj7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Dmaj7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dmaj7 easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar Dmaj7 is generally intermediate. It spans 1 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play Dmaj7?
There is a simpler alternative for Dmaj7 on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-5-4-2-2-5. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from Dmaj7 on Guitar?
Guitar Dmaj7 commonly moves to G and Dm. Based on our catalog data, Dmaj7 to G is recorded 10 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 58.8% of outgoing Dmaj7 transitions. Dmaj7 to Dm is recorded 2 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 11.8%.
What songs use the Dmaj7 chord?
Dionne Warwick - Walk On By Chords is one of 3 songs that use the Dmaj7 chord.