D Bass Chord — Chart and Tabs in th Tuning

Short answer: D is a D Major chord with the notes D, F♯, A. In th tuning, there are 12 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: DM, DΔ, D maj, D Major

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How to Play D on Bass

D, DM, DΔ, Dmaj, DMajor

Notes: D, F♯, A

2,4,2,1 (2431)
2,1,2,4 (2134)
x,4,2,1 (x321)
x,1,2,4 (x123)
6,4,2,4 (4213)
2,4,6,4 (1243)
2,4,x,1 (23x1)
2,1,x,4 (21x3)
6,4,2,x (321x)
2,4,6,x (123x)
6,x,2,4 (3x12)
2,x,6,4 (1x32)

Quick Summary

  • The D chord contains the notes: D, F♯, A
  • In th tuning, there are 12 voicings available
  • Also written as: DM, DΔ, D maj, D Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Bass fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the D chord on Bass?

D is a D Major chord. It contains the notes D, F♯, A. On Bass in th tuning, there are 12 ways to play this chord.

How do you play D on Bass?

To play D on in th tuning, use one of the 12 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the D chord?

The D chord contains the notes: D, F♯, A.

How many ways can you play D on Bass?

In th tuning, there are 12 voicings for the D chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: D, F♯, A.

What are other names for D?

D is also known as DM, DΔ, D maj, D Major. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: D, F♯, A.

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