Dmaj7 chord with D Lydian scale

Pairing the Dmaj7 chord (Major 7) with the D Lydian scale: formulas, fretboard voicings and the practical context for soloing, improvisation and songwriting.

Dmaj7 chord formula

Interval formula: 1 3 5 7. A major triad with a major 7th. A soft, dreamy tonic chord — the signature sound of jazz and bossa nova.

D Lydian scale formula

Formula: 1 2 3 #4 5 6 7. Classification: modal.

Fretboard voicings for Dmaj7

Curated Dmaj7 shapes that sit naturally inside the D Lydian scale.

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Dmaj7 — Drop 2, root on 6th string, frets 9–12
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Dmaj7 — Drop 2, root on 5th string, frets 4–8
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Dmaj7 — Drop 2, root on 4th string, frets 1–3

Other scales for Dmaj7

Compare how the same chord behaves over other compatible modes.

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