Guitar D#maj7 | E♭maj7 chord diagram
D#maj7 | E♭maj7 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 D#maj7 | E♭maj7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play D#maj7 | E♭maj7, follow these steps: Place index finger on A string and D string fret 1. Place ring finger on G string, B string, and E string fret 3. D#maj7 can also be written as E♭maj7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place A string with your index finger and D string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On A string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on D#maj7 | E♭maj7 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from D#maj7 | E♭maj7 to Fm/A# | Fm/B♭, using on G string, use your pinky, on B string, use your pinky, on E string, use your pinky, on A string, use your middle finger, and on D string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D# - G - A# - D
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 7
- Chord Type
- Major 7 — warm and lush
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play D#maj7 | E♭maj7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar D#maj7 | E♭maj7 chord diagramx-1-1-3-3-3
Guitar D#maj7 | E♭maj7 chord diagramx-5-5-3-4-3
Guitar D#maj7 | E♭maj7 chord diagramx-x-1-3-3-3
Guitar D#maj7 | E♭maj7 chord diagramx-1-1-x-3-3
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to D#maj7 | E♭maj7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. D#maj7 | E♭maj7 → Fm/A# | Fm/B♭ chord transition
To move from D#maj7 | E♭maj7 to Fm/A# | Fm/B♭, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on D string fret 3.
2. D#maj7 | E♭maj7 → Gm/D# | Gm/E♭ chord transition
To move from D#maj7 | E♭maj7 to Gm/D# | Gm/E♭, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on D string fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
3. D#maj7 | E♭maj7 → A#5 | B♭5 chord transition
To move from D#maj7 | E♭maj7 to A#5 | B♭5, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on D string fret 3.
4. D#maj7 | E♭maj7 → Gm/A# | Gm/B♭ chord transition
To move from D#maj7 | E♭maj7 to Gm/A# | Gm/B♭, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on A string fret 1.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on B string fret 3.
5. D#maj7 | E♭maj7 → Fm/A chord transition
To move from D#maj7 | E♭maj7 to Fm/A, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your ring finger from G string fret 3 to D string fret 3.
6. D#maj7 | E♭maj7 → Fm/D# | Fm/E♭ chord transition
To move from D#maj7 | E♭maj7 to Fm/D# | Fm/E♭, follow these steps:
- While playing D#maj7 | E♭maj7, lift your ring finger from G string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from A string fret 1 and place it on D string fret 1.
Songs Using D#maj7 | E♭maj7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the D#maj7 | E♭maj7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the D#maj7 | E♭maj7 chord on Guitar?
D#maj7 | E♭maj7 can be challenging on Guitar. The shape covers 3 frets and includes a barre technique. Controlled repetition is the fastest path to stability.
Is there a simpler voicing for D#maj7 | E♭maj7?
You can try an easier Guitar voicing for D#maj7 | E♭maj7. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-1-1-x-3-3. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.
Can you name songs that feature D#maj7 | E♭maj7?
In our catalog, Loudon Wainwright III - The Ukulele Song Chords is one of 1 songs that include the D#maj7 | E♭maj7 chord.