Dmaj13 guitar chord (D Major 13th)

Symbols: maj13, M13, maj7(9,13),maj7(6/9)

Steps: 1-3-5-7-9-13

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

The D maj13 chord is a pinnacle of complexity and beauty, combining the major 7th with additional 9th and 13th extensions. Its notes D, F#, A, C#, E and B create a wide, open soundscape that brings a sense of resolution and sophistication. Below, you'll find four variations how to play the "D maj13" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Apply a barre with your index finger across the 2nd fret, covering the 1st to the 2nd strings
With your ring finger, press down on the G (3rd) string at the 4th fret
Press the D (4th) string on the 4th fret with your middle finger
Stretch out your pinky to the 5th fret of the A (5th) string and press down
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 2

Place a barre using your pinky on the 7th fret from the 1st to the 2nd strings
Position your middle finger on the G (3rd) string at the 6th fret and press down
With your index finger, press down on the A (5th) string at the 5th fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string, mute the 4th string

Variation 3

Apply a barre with your index finger across the 9th fret, covering the 1st to the 5th strings
With your ring finger, press down on the B (2nd) string at the 10th fret
Press the low E (6th) string on the 10th fret with your middle finger
Now, strum all the strings

Variation 4

Barre the 12th fret with your pinky, extending over the 1st to the 2nd strings
Barre the 11th fret with your middle finger, extending over the 3rd to the 4th strings
Press the low E (6th) string on the 10th fret with your index finger
To play the chord, strum all the strings, mute the 5th string

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