D#/Ebmaj9(#11) guitar chord (D#/Eb Major 9th, Sharp 11th)

Symbols: maj9(#11), maj7(9,#11)

Steps: 1-3-5-7-9-#11

Notes: D#-G-A#-D-F-A

The D#/Eb maj9#11 chord offers a distinctive flavor with its sharp 11th extension added to the major 9th. Featuring the notes D#, G, A#, D, F and A, this chord blends a dreamy quality with subtle tension, making it ideal for modern jazz or fusion contexts. Below, you'll find two variations how to play the "D#/Eb maj9(#11)" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

D#/Ebmaj9(#11) guitar chord - variation 1
  • Apply a barre with your index finger across the 5th fret, covering the 1st to the 4th strings
  • With your ring finger, press down on the B (2nd) string at the 6th fret
  • Position your pinky on the G (3rd) string at the 7th fret and press down
  • Press the A (5th) string on the 6th fret with your middle finger
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 2

D#/Ebmaj9(#11) guitar chord - variation 2
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 10th fret from the 1st to the 5th strings
  • Press the D (4th) string on the 12th fret with your ring finger
  • Place your middle finger on the low E (6th) string at the 11th fret and press down
  • To play the chord, strum all the strings