D13 guitar chord
The D13 chord (D dominant 13th) is built from the notes D, F#, A, C, E and B, formula 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
- Notes
- D F# A C E B
- Type
- dominant 13th
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
xx0412How to play D13
The easiest D13 shape is xx0412, starting around fret 1. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Rich and bluesy, often used as a jazz or funk replacement for a 7th chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the D13 chord?
D13 contains D, F#, A, C, E and B. Its formula is 1–3–5–b7–9–13.
Is D13 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx0412.
What can I play instead of D13?
D7 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when D13 is too hard or too busy.