D#maj7 7ª Maior Acorde

A major triad with a major seventh. Warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and R&B.

D#maj7 Acorde — Quick Answer & Harmonic Definition

The D#maj7 (Major 7th) chord consists of the notes D#, G, A#, D. It is constructed from the root note D# using the major 7th interval formula (0–4–7–11 semitones).

Formula: 0 – 4 – 7 – 11
Notes
D# – G – A# – D
Intervals (semitones)
0 – 4 – 7 – 11
Type
7th Chord

D#maj7 on Piano

Press highlighted keys simultaneously to play the D#maj7 chord.

R
D# (Root (R))
2
G (Major 3rd)
3
A# (Perfect 5th)
4
D (Major 7th)

D#maj7 on Guitar

The D#maj7 chord uses notes D#, G, A#, D. Build a voicing by finding these notes on any strings — root on the 6th string is a common starting point for barre chord shapes.

Interval Analysis

Degree Interval Name Semitones Note in D#
Root Root (R) 0 D#
3rd Major 3rd 4 G
5th Perfect 5th 7 A#
7th Major 7th 11 D

About the D# 7ª Maior Chord

The D#maj7 chord (D# 7ª Maior) consists of 4 notes: D#, G, A#, D. A major triad with a major seventh. Warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and R&B.

To build any major 7th chord, apply intervals of 0, 4, 7, 11 semitones above the root. Starting from D#: the notes land on D#, G, A#, D.

Playing D#maj7 on Piano

Press D#, G, A#, D simultaneously. In root position, D# is lowest. First inversion places G in the bass for a lighter sound; second inversion uses A# as the bass note.

Common Chord Progressions Using D#maj7

  • I–IV–V: D#maj7 – G#maj7 – A#maj7 (blues and rock)
  • I–V–vi–IV: D#maj7 – A# – Cm – G# (pop staple)
  • I–vi–IV–V: D#maj7 – Cm – G# – A# (50s progression)

The D#maj7 Chord in Context

The D#maj7 (7ª Maior) chord features a distinctive a major triad with a major seventh. warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and r&b. built from the intervals 0–4–7–11. It provides rich harmonic color and tension across pop, jazz, classical, and contemporary compositions.

Knowledge Base & FAQs

D#maj7 Chord — Frequently Asked Questions

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What notes are in the D#maj7 chord?

The D# 7ª Maior chord contains: D#, G, A#, D.

These notes are derived by applying the major 7th interval formula (0–4–7–11 semitones) to the root note D#.

What is the D#maj7 chord used for?

A major triad with a major seventh.

Warm, sophisticated sound used in jazz and R&B. The D#maj7 chord is used across pop, rock, jazz, and classical music. As the I chord in the key of D# major, it functions as the most stable resting point in progressions.

How do you play D#maj7 on piano?

On piano, play D#, G, A#, D simultaneously.

In root position, D# is the lowest note. Inversions move the bass note up — first inversion has G lowest, second inversion has A# lowest.

How many notes are in a major 7th chord?

A major 7th chord has 4 notes: D#, G, A#, D (in D#).

It is a 7th chord, extending beyond the basic triad.

What is the difference between D# major and D# minor?

The D# major chord (D#–G–A#) uses a major third (4 semitones), giving it a bright, happy sound.

The D# minor chord (D#–F#–A#) uses a minor third (3 semitones), giving it a darker, emotional sound.

What key does D#maj7 belong to?

D#maj7 naturally serves as the I chord in the key of D# major.

It also appears as IV in the key of A# major, and as V in the key of G# major.

Can I play D#maj7 on ukulele?

Yes.

The ukulele uses GCEA tuning with 4 strings. The D#maj7 chord notes (D#, G, A#, D) can be fretted on a ukulele, though the shapes differ from guitar due to the 4-string layout and shorter scale.

What chords go well with D#maj7?

In the key of D# major, D#maj7 pairs naturally with G# major (IV), A# major (V), and Cm (vi).

The classic I–IV–V (D#maj7–G#–A#) is the foundation of blues, country, and rock.

What is a chord inversion of D#maj7?

An inversion places a non-root note in the bass.

D#maj7 root position: D# in bass. First inversion: G in bass. Second inversion: A# in bass. Inversions create smoother bass line movement without changing the harmony.

How do I memorize the notes in a major 7th chord?

Remember the formula: 0–4–7–11 semitones from root.

For D#maj7: start on D#, add 4 semitones, then 7 semitones, then 11 semitones. Practicing this across all 12 roots builds instant recognition of any major 7th chord.