D# Augmented Guitar Chord — DADGAD
Guitar chord voicings in DADGAD tuning (D-A-D-G-A-D)
D# Augmented Voicings in DADGAD
D# Augmented filtered by fret:
D# Augmented in DADGAD Tuning — Guide
The D# Augmented chord is made up of the following notes: D#, F##, A##.
Intervals: 1P, 3M, 5A.
The D# Augmented chord in DADGAD tuning (D-A-D-G-A-D) requires different fingerings than standard tuning.
D# augmented is formed by stacking two major thirds, resulting in a root, major third, and augmented fifth — notes D#, F##, A## with intervals 1P, 3M, 5A. This symmetrical structure means there are only four unique augmented triads. The raised fifth creates an unsettling, dreamlike tension that yearns for resolution. Augmented chords appear in transitions, chromatic passages, and anywhere composers want to inject surprise and instability.
How to Play D# Augmented
On guitar, D# aug typically requires a barre or partial barre voicing. Experiment with different positions to find the voicing that best suits your playing context — higher positions sound brighter and tighter, while lower positions offer more bass and resonance. CAGED system shapes help navigate these options efficiently.
D# Augmented in Progressions
D# augmented frequently appears as a chromatic passing chord, especially as a modified V chord that resolves to the I. In D# major, the augmented chord on V creates an intensified dominant function. It is also found in whole-tone based progressions and chromatic mediants.
Common Substitutions
D#7#5 or Gaug can substitute, maintaining the augmented tension while adding harmonic interest.
Difficulty: This is an advanced chord on guitar — it requires precise finger placement and usually a barre or uncommon shape.