D7(#5,#9) guitar chord (D Dominant 7th, Sharp 5th, Sharp 9th)

Symbols: 7(#5,#9), 7(+5,+9), +7#9

Steps: 1-3-#5-b7-#9

Notes: D-F#-A#-C-F

The D 7(#5,#9) chord sharpens both the fifth and the ninth, delivering a bold and striking sound. With notes D, F#, A#, C and F, it is commonly used in jazz and rock to bring intensity and excitement to the music. Below, you'll find how to play the "D 7(#5,#9)" chord, finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

D7(#5,#9) guitar chord - variation 1
  • Place a barre using your pinky on the 6th fret from the 1st to the 2nd strings
  • Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 5th fret using your ring finger
  • With your index finger, press down on the D (4th) string at the 4th fret
  • Position your middle finger on the A (5th) string at the 5th fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string