Finger Positions

D#sus2b5/D diagram
Root Note D#
Name D# suspended second flat fifth over D
Intervals 1P-2M-5d
Relative Minor Cm
Notes D, D#, F, A
Aliases

How to play the D#sus2b5/D Chord

The D#sus2b5/D is a fundamental suspended chord in guitar music. To play this chord correctly, ensure your fingers are placed precisely on the frets indicated in the diagram above.

Music Theory Analysis

From a theoretical perspective, the D# suspended second flat fifth over D is built using the 1P, 2M, 5d intervals. In the key of D# Major, this chord functions as the I chord.

Common Progressions

In music composition, the D#sus2b5/D chord is often used to create tension or resolution.

I-V-vi-IV

vi-IV-I-V

The Diatonic Family

Understanding the "family" of chords that belong to D# helps with transposition and ear training.

Scale Compatibility

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* 0 scales found containing the notes D, D#, F, A.

Acoustic & Digital Analysis

Digital footprint of the D#sus2b5/D chord for MIDI programming and synthesizer sound design.

MIDI Numbers 62, 63, 65, 69
Frequencies (Hz)

293.6647679174076, 311.1269837220809, 349.2282314330039, 440