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D Major Chord on Guitar
- D
- D · F♯ · A
- Open chord
Open D. Strum only the top four strings, starting on the open D.
The D major chord, or D, is a four-string open chord with a bright sound, played on the top four strings.
How to play D, finger by finger
- Put your index finger on string 3 at the 2nd fret.
- Put your middle finger on string 1 at the 2nd fret.
- Put your ring finger on string 2 at the 3rd fret.
- Strum from string 4 down to string 1, and don't play strings 6 and 5.
More ways to play D
Notes in D major
| Note | Interval | Role |
|---|---|---|
| D | 1 | root |
| F♯ | 3 | major third |
| A | 5 | fifth |
Formula: 1 – 3 – 5
Questions about D
Why does my D chord sound muddy?
You are probably strumming the 5th and 6th strings too. Start the strum on the 4th string, the open D.
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