I-IV-V foundation
This is the core major-key movement behind blues, rock, country, and pop progressions.
Guitar chord companion
D# Major Chord
Learn the D# Major chord on guitar with chord tones, intervals, and interactive fretboard shapes.
1D#3F##5A#
Playable D# Major Chord voicings
Start with these chord-box shapes, then use the full fretboard below to see every chord tone.
D shape, open position
Low to high strings: x x 1 3 4 3
C shape, fret 3
Low to high strings: x 6 5 3 4 3
A shape, fret 6
Low to high strings: x 6 8 8 8 6
G shape, fret 8
Low to high strings: 11 10 8 8 8 11
E shape, fret 11
Low to high strings: 11 13 13 12 11 11
Full fretboard map
Every D# Major Chord chord tone across the neck, with roots highlighted for quick orientation.
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Common progressions using D# Major
Try these progressions to hear the chord in context instead of treating it as an isolated shape.
I-vi-IV-V loop
A familiar pop progression that balances a stable tonic with relative minor color.
Chord Tones
| Degree | Interval | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | R | D# |
| 3 | 3 | F## |
| 5 | 5 | A# |
Compatible Scales
Formula
R – 3 – 5