D6 Guitar Chord | Chart for the D Major Sixth Chord
Welcome to our tutorial on the D 6 chord, a vibrant addition to the family of Major Chords. This chord is composed of the notes D, F#, A, and B, creating a rich, full-bodied sound. The structure of the D 6 chord is built around the key intervals of 1, 3, 5, and 6, also known as the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, and Major Sixth.
Understanding the relationship between these intervals is crucial to mastering the D 6 chord. If you need a refresher on this, we recommend checking out our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals.
As you delve into the world of sixth chords, you'll find that they hold a unique place in music composition. They add a layer of complexity and richness that can truly elevate your playing. For a more in-depth look at sixth chords, feel free to explore our tutorial dedicated to sixth guitar chords.
Playing the D 6 chord requires a good understanding of fretboard intervals. If you need to brush up on this, our tutorial on fretboard intervals can be a great resource.
Ready to take your guitar skills to the next level? Our tutorial on intermediate guitar chords can help you expand your chord vocabulary and enhance your musical expression.
Remember, understanding the theory behind chords is just as important as being able to play them. The D 6 chord, with its unique combination of notes and intervals, is a great way to deepen your understanding of guitar music theory and enhance your playing skills.
Notes of the D 6 chord:
DF#AB
Tones of the Major Sixth chord:
D Major Sixth Guitar Chord Diagrams
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If you have difficulties with bar chord shapes, check the Bar Chords Tips tutorial.
You can also use this accessible chords page with written diagrams instruction.
Position 1
Open
Position 2
Movable
Position 3
Open
Position 4
Movable
Position 5
Open
Position 6
Movable
Position 7
Movable
Position 8
BarreMovable
Position 9
BarreMovable
Position 10
BarreMovable
You can find more shapes in our all guitar chords online library. If you prefer a printable pdf, download
the Free Guitar Chords Chart Pdf
Play This Chord With Other Roots
C 6 | D 6 | E 6 | F 6 | G 6 | A 6 | B 6 | C#6 | D#6 | F#6 | G#6 | A#6 | Ab6 | Bb6 | Db6 | Eb6 | Gb6
Fretboard map of D 6 chord tones
Pick some of the tones from the fretboard map below and play this chord in new ways.