D 4-String Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Standard Tuning

Short answer: D is a D Major chord with the notes D, F♯, A. In Standard tuning, there are 7 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: DM, DΔ, D maj, D Major

How to Play D on 4-String Banjo

D, DM, DΔ, Dmaj, DMajor

Notes: D, F♯, A

x,11,0,0 (x1..)
2,2,4,0 (123.)
2,2,4,5 (1123)
x,7,4,0 (x21.)
x,7,7,9 (x112)
2,2,4,x (112x)
2,x,4,0 (1x2.)

Quick Summary

  • The D chord contains the notes: D, F♯, A
  • In Standard tuning, there are 7 voicings available
  • Also written as: DM, DΔ, D maj, D Major
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the 4-String Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the D chord on 4-String Banjo?

D is a D Major chord. It contains the notes D, F♯, A. On 4-String Banjo in Standard tuning, there are 7 ways to play this chord.

How do you play D on 4-String Banjo?

To play D on in Standard tuning, use one of the 7 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 4-String Banjo?

In Standard tuning, there are 7 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.