Dm7#5 guitar chord (D Minor 7th, Sharp 5th)

Symbols: m7#5, m7+

Steps: 1-b3-#5-b7

Notes: D-F-A#-C

The D m7#5 chord sharpens the fifth of the minor 7th, producing an unconventional and intriguing sound. With notes D, F, A# and C, it adds a fresh and edgy element to your playing. Below, you'll find two variations how to play the "D m7#5" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Dm7#5 guitar chord - variation 1
  • With your pinky, press down on the E (1st) string at the 6th fret
  • Press the B (2nd) string on the 6th fret with your ring finger
  • Place your middle finger on the G (3rd) string at the 5th fret and press down
  • Use your index finger to press the A (5th) string down on the 5th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string, mute the 4th string

Variation 2

Dm7#5 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Press the B (2nd) string on the 11th fret with your pinky
  • Place your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 10th fret and press down
  • Use your middle finger to press the D (4th) string down on the 10th fret
  • Press down on the low E (6th) string at the 10th fret using your index finger
  • Now, strum all the strings up to the 2nd string, mute the 5th string