Ukulele C#m7 | D♭m7 chord diagram
C#m7 | D♭m7 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 4 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play C#m7 | D♭m7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play C#m7 | D♭m7, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string, C string, E string, and A string fret 4. C#m7 can also be written as D♭m7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and C string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 4 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- C# - E - G# - B
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Minor 7 — jazz and soul feel
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play C#m7 | D♭m7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele C#m7 | D♭m7 chord diagram4-4-4-4
Ukulele C#m7 | D♭m7 chord diagram6-4-4-2
Ukulele C#m7 | D♭m7 chord diagram4-4-7-4
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to C#m7 | D♭m7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. C#m7 | D♭m7 → Cm7 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to Cm7, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 4 to fret 3.
2. C#m7 | D♭m7 → E chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to E, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 4.
- Place middle finger on A string fret 2.
3. C#m7 | D♭m7 → Am7 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to Am7, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, lift your index finger from G string fret 4.
4. C#m7 | D♭m7 → Cm chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to Cm, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 4 and place it on C string fret 3.
5. C#m7 | D♭m7 → Bm7 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to Bm7, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 4 to fret 2.
6. C#m7 | D♭m7 → Am chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to Am, follow these steps:
- While playing C#m7 | D♭m7, lift your index finger from G string fret 4.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from C#m7 | D♭m7 across songs on this site.
1. C#m7 | D♭m7 → F#m chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to F#m, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 4 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on E string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing C#m7 | D♭m7 use the transition to F#m at 25.5%. You can practice this transition in 2 different songs.
2. C#m7 | D♭m7 → G chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to G, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 4 and place it on C string fret 2.
- Place middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on E string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing C#m7 | D♭m7 use the transition to G at 12.8%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
3. C#m7 | D♭m7 → Em chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to Em, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 4 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Place middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Place ring finger on C string fret 4.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing C#m7 | D♭m7 use the transition to Em at 8.5%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
4. C#m7 | D♭m7 → F#7 chord transition
To move from C#m7 | D♭m7 to F#7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 3.
- Place ring finger on C string fret 4.
- Place pinky on A string fret 4.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing C#m7 | D♭m7 use the transition to F#7 at 6.4%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using C#m7 | D♭m7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the C#m7 | D♭m7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C#m7 | D♭m7 easy to play on Ukulele?
Ukulele C#m7 | D♭m7 is generally intermediate. It spans 1 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play C#m7 | D♭m7?
There is a simpler alternative for C#m7 | D♭m7 on Ukulele. The alternative voicing uses fingering 4-4-7-4. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from C#m7 | D♭m7 on Ukulele?
Ukulele C#m7 | D♭m7 commonly moves to F#m and G. Based on our catalog data, C#m7 | D♭m7 to F#m is recorded 12 times, appears in 2 songs, and represents 25.5% of outgoing C#m7 | D♭m7 transitions. C#m7 | D♭m7 to G is recorded 6 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 12.8%.
What songs use the C#m7 | D♭m7 chord?
Eric Clapton - Layla Ukulele Chords is one of 4 songs that use the C#m7 | D♭m7 chord.