Guitar Dmaj9 chord diagram
Dmaj9 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 1 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Dmaj9, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dmaj9, follow these steps: Place index finger on D string, G string, B string, and E string fret 2. Place pinky on A string fret 5.
Tips
- Place D 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 D 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.
- This chord spans 4 frets; keep your thumb centered for reach.
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 Dmaj9 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Dmaj9 chord diagramx-4-4-2-3-2
Guitar Dmaj9 chord diagramx-4-4-2-3-5
Guitar Dmaj9 chord diagramx-5-4-2-2-2
Guitar Dmaj9 chord diagramx-5-4-2-2-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dmaj9, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dmaj9 → F#m/E | G♭m/E chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to F#m/E | G♭m/E, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your pinky from A string fret 5.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 2.
2. Dmaj9 → A5 chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to A5, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your pinky from A string fret 5.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 2.
3. Dmaj9 → Dmaj7 chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to Dmaj7, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your pinky from A string fret 5.
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
4. Dmaj9 → Em/A chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to Em/A, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your pinky from A string fret 5.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 2.
5. Dmaj9 → F#m/D | G♭m/D chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to F#m/D | G♭m/D, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your pinky from A string fret 5.
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
6. Dmaj9 → Fm/D# | Fm/E♭ chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to Fm/D# | Fm/E♭, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your pinky from A string fret 5.
- Slide your index finger on D string from fret 2 to fret 1.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Dmaj9 across songs on this site.
1. Dmaj9 → Em9 chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to Em9, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your index finger from D string fret 2.
- Lift your pinky from A string fret 5 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Place middle finger on A string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing Dmaj9 use the transition to Em9 at 100%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using Dmaj9 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Dmaj9 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dmaj9 suitable for beginners on Guitar?
Dmaj9 sits in the intermediate range for Guitar players. It uses a 4-fret span and includes a barre technique. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for Dmaj9?
Dmaj9 has a more accessible version for Guitar players. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-5-4-2-2-5. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.
Which songs include Dmaj9?
America - A Horse With No Name Chords is one of 1 songs featuring the Dmaj9 chord.