How to Play a First Inversion D Major Triad on the 6th String

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Play a First Inversion D Major Triad on the 6th String

The first inversion D major triad on the sixth string is a lower-position chord that is located in the same area as the commonly used open-position D chord. Since the first inversion D chord is located within the first three frets of the guitar, it is not only easy to grab--it also is easy to switch between it and the open-position D chord at any time.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Lay your left-hand middle finger on the sixth string, second fret. This is the note F.
Step 2

Leave the fifth string open; this is the note A.
Step 3

Leave the fourth string open to sound the note D.
Step 4

Do not use the top three strings; they are not a part of this chord voicing.
Step 5

Strum or pluck the sixth, fifth and fourth strings to produce the first inversion D major triad on the sixth string. Refer to the example if needed.