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Daug chord

D augmented

C4
D
F#
A#
C5

Want it in context? Open Daug on the full piano.

Notes

  • D
    R
  • F#
    3
  • A#
    #5

Formula: R – 3 – #5

Daug inversions

The same notes, with a different note in the bass.

Root position Daug

C4
D
F#
A#
C5

1st inversion Daug/F#

C4
F#
A#
C5
D

2nd inversion Daug/A#

C4
A#
C5
D
F#

FAQ

What notes are in the Daug chord?

The D augmented chord (Daug) has 3 notes: D, F# and A#.

How do you play Daug on the piano?

Put your right hand on D, F# and A#, starting from D. A common fingering for three-note chords is thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).

What is the formula of a augmented chord?

R – 3 – #5 (in semitones from the root: 0, 4, 8).