D#/Ebaug guitar chord (D#/Eb Augmented)

Symbols: aug, "+"

Steps: 1-3-#5

Notes: D#-G-B

The D#/Eb augmented chord stands out with its striking and unresolved quality. Constructed from the notes D#, G and B (root, major third, and augmented fifth), it introduces a unique tension that’s ideal for adding drama or unexpected shifts in your music. Below, you'll find five variations how to play the "D#/Eb aug" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Use your index finger to press the E (1st) string down on the 3rd fret
Press the B (2nd) string on the 4th fret with your ring finger
Place your middle finger on the G (3rd) string at the 4th fret and press down
With your pinky, press down on the D (4th) string at the 5th fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 2

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

Variation 3

Use your index finger to press the E (1st) string down on the 7th fret
Press the B (2nd) string on the 8th fret with your ring finger
Place your middle finger on the G (3rd) string at the 8th fret and press down
With your pinky, press down on the D (4th) string at the 9th fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 4

Barre the 8th fret with your index finger, extending over the 2nd to the 3rd strings
Use your middle finger to press the D (4th) string down on the 9th fret
Place your ring finger on the A (5th) string at the 10th fret and press down
Stretch out your pinky to the 11th fret of the low E (6th) string and press down
Now, strum all the strings up to the 2nd string

Variation 5

Use your index finger to press the E (1st) string down on the 11th fret
Press the B (2nd) string on the 12th fret with your ring finger
Place your middle finger on the G (3rd) string at the 12th fret and press down
With your pinky, press down on the D (4th) string at the 13th fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Other D#/Eb Chords

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