D 7th Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: D - F# - A - C
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th
Quick answer
The D7 guitar chord is played as x-x-0-2-1-2 from low E to high E and uses the notes D, F#, A, C.
- Fret pattern
- x-x-0-2-1-2
- Chord notes
- D, F#, A, C
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7
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How to Play D7
- 1Mute the low E and A strings
- 2Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B string
- 3Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the G string
- 4Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the high E string
- 5Play the D string open
About 7th Chords
A major chord with an added minor 7th. Dominant 7th chords create tension that wants to resolve, making them essential in blues, jazz, and rock.
D 7th Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the D 7th guitar chord?
The D 7th guitar chord uses the notes D, F#, A, C.
How do you play D7 on guitar?
Play the D7 guitar chord with the x-x-0-2-1-2 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E and A strings Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B string Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the G string Place your ring finger on fret 2 of the high E string Play the D string open
What is the formula for D 7th?
The D 7th formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th.