Ukulele D#6 | E♭6 chord diagram
D#6 | E♭6 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On this page, you can find how to play D#6 | E♭6, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play D#6 | E♭6, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string, C string, E string, and A string fret 3. D#6 can also be written as E♭6; 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 3 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
- D# - G - A# - C
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 6
- Chord Type
- Sixth — smooth and nostalgic
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play D#6 | E♭6 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele D#6 | E♭6 chord diagram3-3-3-3
Ukulele D#6 | E♭6 chord diagram5-3-3-3
Ukulele D#6 | E♭6 chord diagram5-3-3-1
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to D#6 | E♭6, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. D#6 | E♭6 → Cm7 chord transition
To move from D#6 | E♭6 to Cm7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 3.
2. D#6 | E♭6 → Cm chord transition
To move from D#6 | E♭6 to Cm, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 3 and place it on C string fret 3.
3. D#6 | E♭6 → Bm7 chord transition
To move from D#6 | E♭6 to Bm7, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 2.
4. D#6 | E♭6 → C#m7 | D♭m7 chord transition
To move from D#6 | E♭6 to C#m7 | D♭m7, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 4.
5. D#6 | E♭6 → Am7 chord transition
To move from D#6 | E♭6 to Am7, follow these steps:
- While playing D#6 | E♭6, lift your index finger from G string fret 3.
6. D#6 | E♭6 → D#7 | E♭7 chord transition
To move from D#6 | E♭6 to D#7 | E♭7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 3.
- Place middle finger on A string fret 4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is D#6 | E♭6 suitable for beginners on Ukulele?
D#6 | E♭6 sits in the intermediate range for Ukulele players. It uses a 1-fret span and includes a barre technique. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for D#6 | E♭6?
D#6 | E♭6 has a more accessible version for Ukulele players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 5-3-3-1. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.