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Dm6 chord

D minor 6th

C4
D
F
A
B
C5

Want it in context? Open Dm6 on the full piano.

Notes

  • D
    R
  • F
    b3
  • A
    5
  • B
    6

Formula: R – b3 – 5 – 6

Dm6 inversions

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

Root position Dm6

C4
D
F
A
B
C5

1st inversion Dm6/F

C4
F
A
B
C5
D

2nd inversion Dm6/A

C4
A
B
C5
D
F

3rd inversion Dm6/B

C4
B
C5
D
F
A

FAQ

What notes are in the Dm6 chord?

The D minor 6th chord (Dm6) has 4 notes: D, F, A and B.

How do you play Dm6 on the piano?

Put your right hand on D, F, A and B, 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 minor 6th chord?

R – b3 – 5 – 6 (in semitones from the root: 0, 3, 7, 9).