Ukulele Dmaj9 chord diagram
Dmaj9 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 1 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Dmaj9, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dmaj9, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string fret 2. Place middle finger on E string fret 2. Place ring finger on C string fret 4. Place pinky on A string fret 4.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and E string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - F# - A - C#
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 7
- Chord Type
- Major 7 — warm and lush
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dmaj9 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele Dmaj9 chord diagram2-2-2-4
Ukulele Dmaj9 chord diagram6-6-5-5
Ukulele Dmaj9 chord diagram2-1-2-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dmaj9, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dmaj9 → F#m7 | G♭m7 chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to F#m7 | G♭m7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 4.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 4.
2. Dmaj9 → D#dim | E♭dim chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to D#dim | E♭dim, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your pinky from A string fret 4.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger on C string from fret 4 to fret 3.
3. Dmaj9 → F#sus4 | G♭sus4 chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to F#sus4 | G♭sus4, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from C string fret 4 to G string fret 4.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 4.
4. Dmaj9 → C#sus4 | D♭sus4 chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to C#sus4 | D♭sus4, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your ring finger from C string fret 4.
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 2 to fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 4.
5. Dmaj9 → F#sus2 | G♭sus2 chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to F#sus2 | G♭sus2, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your ring finger from C string fret 4.
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 2 to fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 4.
6. Dmaj9 → Dadd9 chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to Dadd9, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your middle finger from E string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on C string fret 4.
- Slide your pinky on A string from fret 4 to fret 5.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Dmaj9 across songs on this site.
1. Dmaj9 → Em9 chord transition
To move from Dmaj9 to Em9, follow these steps:
- While playing Dmaj9, lift your pinky from A string fret 4.
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from C string fret 4 to A string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing Dmaj9 use the transition to Em9 at 100%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using Dmaj9 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Dmaj9 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dmaj9 suitable for beginners on Ukulele?
Dmaj9 sits in the intermediate range for Ukulele players. It uses a 3-fret span. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for Dmaj9?
Dmaj9 has a more accessible version for Ukulele players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 2-1-2-5. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.
Which songs include Dmaj9?
America - A Horse With No Name Ukulele Chords is one of 1 songs featuring the Dmaj9 chord.