Ukulele Dm6 chord diagram
Dm6 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On this page, you can find how to play Dm6, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dm6, follow these steps: Place index finger on E string fret 1. Place middle finger on G string fret 2. Place ring finger on C string fret 2. Place pinky on A string fret 2.
Tips
- Place E string with your index finger and G string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On E string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - F - A - B
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - 6
- Chord Type
- Minor 6 — wistful and rich
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dm6 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele Dm6 chord diagram4-2-1-2
Ukulele Dm6 chord diagram4-5-5-5
Ukulele Dm6 chord diagram4-2-1-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dm6, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dm6 → Dm chord transition
To move from Dm6 to Dm, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm6, lift your pinky from A string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 2.
2. Dm6 → A#maj7 | B♭maj7 chord transition
To move from Dm6 to A#maj7 | B♭maj7, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm6, lift your pinky from A string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 2.
3. Dm6 → Asus4 chord transition
To move from Dm6 to Asus4, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm6, first lift your index finger and pinky.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 2.
4. Dm6 → F chord transition
To move from Dm6 to F, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm6, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
5. Dm6 → F#m | G♭m chord transition
To move from Dm6 to F#m | G♭m, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm6, lift your pinky from A string fret 2.
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from C string fret 2 to E string fret 2.
6. Dm6 → F7 chord transition
To move from Dm6 to F7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger on C string from fret 2 to fret 3.
- Slide your pinky on A string from fret 2 to fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Dm6 across songs on this site.
1. Dm6 → C chord transition
To move from Dm6 to C, follow these steps:
- While playing Dm6, first lift your index finger, middle finger, and pinky.
- Lift your ring finger from C string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Dm6 use the transition to C at 100%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dm6 easy to play on Ukulele?
Ukulele Dm6 is generally intermediate. It spans 2 frets. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play Dm6?
There is a simpler alternative for Dm6 on Ukulele. The alternative voicing uses fingering 4-2-1-5. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.