DADGAD Guitar Chords Chart — D A D G A D Tuning
DADGAD tuning is D A D G A D, from low to high. This free DADGAD guitar chords chart gives you a clean one-page reference for common chord shapes, open-string sounds, and quick fretboard orientation.
The printable PDF includes 48 essential DADGAD chord shapes with a fingerboard chart at the top for fast reference. Use it for Celtic guitar, folk, fingerstyle, songwriting, modal sounds, drones, and daily practice.
Free printable PDF. Download the one-page DADGAD guitar chord reference and print it at home or keep it on your tablet.
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: DADGAD is a core tuning for Celtic guitar, folk, modal sounds, drones, fingerstyle, and open-string chord work.
DADGAD Guitar Chords Chart — D A D G A D Tuning
DADGAD tuning is D A D G A D, from low to high. This free DADGAD guitar chords chart gives you a clear, practical foundation in DADGAD tuning without overload. It focuses on the chord shapes players actually use when practicing, writing, arranging, or exploring open-string guitar sounds.
The printable PDF includes 48 essential DADGAD chord shapes, organized for fast visual scanning, with a fingerboard chart at the top so you can quickly see how notes and chords relate across the neck.
What’s Included
- 48 commonly used DADGAD chord shapes
- Fingerboard overview for quick navigation
- Single-page, print-friendly 8.5×11 layout
- Clear diagrams designed for real practice use
- Useful chord sounds for Celtic, folk, fingerstyle, modal, and acoustic guitar playing
What This Chart Helps With
- Learning practical chord shapes in DADGAD tuning
- Exploring drones, open strings, and suspended chord sounds
- Building progressions, arrangements, and songwriting ideas
- Finding quick chord options without memorizing theory first
- Keeping a fast visual reference nearby while practicing
Download the Free PDF
Download the Free DADGAD Guitar Chords Chart PDF
Tip: For best results, print at 100% scale on 8.5×11 paper. You can also keep the PDF on a tablet or phone for easy reference during practice sessions.
Physical Poster Option
If you want a larger wall reference, the DADGAD Guitar Chords and Fingerboard Posters set includes two physical posters: one with 48 essential DADGAD chords and one with a full fingerboard map.
Quick Answers About DADGAD Tuning
What is DADGAD?
DADGAD is an alternate guitar tuning that creates a suspended, modal sound commonly used in folk, Celtic, acoustic, roots, and modern fingerstyle music.
Who is this chord chart for?
This reference is for guitarists who want a practical, visual overview of commonly used DADGAD chords without memorizing theory first.
Is this for beginners or advanced players?
Both. Beginners can explore DADGAD safely, while experienced players can use it as a fast reference during practice, teaching, writing, or arranging.
What styles does DADGAD support?
DADGAD works well for Celtic guitar, folk, acoustic fingerstyle, modal sounds, drones, ambient textures, and roots-based guitar playing.
What should I practice first?
Start by moving between simple open chords and listening to how the open strings interact. The sound of DADGAD comes from the relationship between fretted notes, drones, and ringing open strings.
Related DADGAD and Open Tuning Resources
- Introduction to DADGAD Guitar Tuning
- DADGAD Guitar Chords and Fingerboard Posters
- DADGAD Guitar – Celtic Flatpicking
- Open Tunings Guitar Learning Path
This free DADGAD guitar chord chart is part of the Free Downloads collection on brentrobitaille.com. Free printable music reference PDFs by Brent Robitaille of Kalymi Music include guitar chord charts, tuning references, fretboard guides, and practice resources designed to support the structured learning paths on the site.
Usage: This free PDF is provided for personal use only. Redistribution or resale is not permitted.
David Ward –
Great but can I print it?
Brent Robitaille –
It is a free printable poster. Download the PDF in the descriptions.