Dmaj9 guitar chord (D Major 9th)

Symbols: maj9, M9, maj7(9)

Steps: 1-3-5-7-9

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

The D maj9 chord is a lush and sophisticated chord that extends the major 7th by adding a ninth. With the notes D, F#, A, C# and E, it delivers a dreamy and elegant sound, making it a favorite in jazz and ballads. Below, you'll find sever variations how to play the "D maj9" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Use your ring finger to press the B (2nd) string down on the 2nd fret
Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 2nd fret using your middle finger
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 2

Apply a barre with your index finger across the 2nd fret, covering the 1st to the 4th strings
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 3

Position your ring finger on the B (2nd) string at the 5th fret and press down
Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 6th fret using your pinky
Press the D (4th) string on the 4th fret with your index finger
With your middle finger, press down on the A (5th) string at the 5th fret
Strum from the 5th string to the 2nd strings

Variation 4

Apply a barre with your index finger across the 5th fret, covering the 1st to the 5th strings
Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 6th fret using your middle finger
Use your ring finger to press the D (4th) string down on the 7th fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 5

Place a barre using your index finger on the 9th fret from the 1st to the 5th strings
Press the B (2nd) string on the 10th fret with your ring finger
With your pinky, press down on the D (4th) string at the 11th fret
Place your middle finger on the low E (6th) string at the 10th fret and press down
To play the chord, strum all the strings

Variation 6

With your ring finger, press down on the B (2nd) string at the 10th fret
Place your index finger on the G (3rd) string at the 9th fret and press down
Position your pinky on the D (4th) string at the 11th fret and press down
Press the low E (6th) string on the 10th fret with your middle finger
Now, strum all the strings up to the 2nd string, mute the 5th string

Variation 7

Place a barre using your index finger on the 12th fret from the 1st to the 4th strings
Use your pinky to press the B (2nd) string down on the 14th fret
Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 14th fret using your ring finger
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

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