Ukulele D#7 | E♭7 chord diagram
D#7 | E♭7 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 6 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play D#7 | E♭7, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play D#7 | E♭7, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string, C string, and E string fret 3. Place middle finger on A string fret 4. D#7 can also be written as E♭7; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and C string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 3 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on D#7 | E♭7 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from D#7 | E♭7 to G#add9 | A♭add9, using on the A string, use your ring finger, on the G string, use your middle finger, on the C string, use your middle finger, and on the E string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D# - G - A# - C#
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Dominant 7 — blues and funk tone
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play D#7 | E♭7 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele D#7 | E♭7 chord diagram3-3-3-4
Ukulele D#7 | E♭7 chord diagram6-7-6-6
Ukulele D#7 | E♭7 chord diagram6-3-3-4
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to D#7 | E♭7, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. D#7 | E♭7 → G#add9 | A♭add9 chord transition
To move from D#7 | E♭7 to G#add9 | A♭add9, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 3.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 4.
2. D#7 | E♭7 → Cm7 chord transition
To move from D#7 | E♭7 to Cm7, follow these steps:
- While playing D#7 | E♭7, lift your middle finger from A string fret 4.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 3.
3. D#7 | E♭7 → Cm chord transition
To move from D#7 | E♭7 to Cm, follow these steps:
- While playing D#7 | E♭7, lift your middle finger from A string fret 4.
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 3 and place it on C string fret 3.
4. D#7 | E♭7 → Bm7 chord transition
To move from D#7 | E♭7 to Bm7, follow these steps:
- While playing D#7 | E♭7, lift your middle finger from A string fret 4.
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 2.
5. D#7 | E♭7 → C#m7 | D♭m7 chord transition
To move from D#7 | E♭7 to C#m7 | D♭m7, follow these steps:
- While playing D#7 | E♭7, lift your middle finger from A string fret 4.
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 4.
6. D#7 | E♭7 → Am7 chord transition
To move from D#7 | E♭7 to Am7, follow these steps:
- While playing D#7 | E♭7, first lift your index finger and middle finger.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from D#7 | E♭7 across songs on this site.
1. D#7 | E♭7 → G# chord transition
To move from D#7 | E♭7 to G#, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 3 to fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from A string fret 4 to C string fret 3.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
- Place pinky on E string fret 4.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing D#7 | E♭7 use the transition to G# at 66.7%. You can practice this transition in 2 different songs.
Songs Using D#7 | E♭7 Chord
Popular songs that feature the D#7 | E♭7 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is D#7 | E♭7 easy to play on Ukulele?
Ukulele D#7 | E♭7 is generally intermediate. It spans 2 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play D#7 | E♭7?
There is a simpler alternative for D#7 | E♭7 on Ukulele. The alternative voicing uses fingering 6-3-3-4. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from D#7 | E♭7 on Ukulele?
Ukulele D#7 | E♭7 commonly moves to G# and Cm. Based on our catalog data, D#7 | E♭7 to G# is recorded 2 times, appears in 2 songs, and represents 66.7% of outgoing D#7 | E♭7 transitions. D#7 | E♭7 to Cm is recorded 1 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 33.3%.
What songs use the D#7 | E♭7 chord?
Eric Clapton - Ain’t Nobody’s Business If I Do Ukulele Chords is one of 6 songs that use the D#7 | E♭7 chord.