Guitar Dm6 chord diagram
Dm6 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play Dm6, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dm6, follow these steps: Place index finger on E string fret 1. Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
Tips
- Place E string with your index finger and G string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On E string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on Dm6 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from Dm6 to Dm7, using on G string, use your ring finger and on E string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - F - A - B
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - 6
- Chord Type
- Minor 6 — wistful and rich
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dm6 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Dm6 chord diagramx-2-3-2-3-1
Guitar Dm6 chord diagramx-2-3-4-3-1
Guitar Dm6 chord diagramx-2-3-2-3-x
Guitar Dm6 chord diagramx-5-3-4-3-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dm6, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dm6 → Am/D chord transition
To move from Dm6 to Am/D, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
2. Dm6 → Am7 chord transition
To move from Dm6 to Am7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to D string fret 2.
3. Dm6 → Dm7 chord transition
To move from Dm6 to Dm7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
4. Dm6 → C#m/D | D♭m/D chord transition
To move from Dm6 to C#m/D | D♭m/D, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to B string fret 2.
5. Dm6 → Dm chord transition
To move from Dm6 to Dm, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on B string fret 3.
6. Dm6 → Dm/A chord transition
To move from Dm6 to Dm/A, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on B string fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Dm6 across songs on this site.
1. Dm6 → C chord transition
To move from Dm6 to C, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from E string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 2 to D string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dm6 use the transition to C at 100%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dm6 easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar Dm6 is beginner-friendly. It spans 2 frets. Practice slowly to keep each note clean.
What is the easiest way to play Dm6?
There is a simpler alternative for Dm6 on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-5-3-4-3-5. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.