The D♭ Power chord is a two-note chord made up of D♭ and A♭. It is built from a root and perfect fifth.
Construction
D♭ Power = Root + Perfect 5th = D♭ · A♭
| Note | Interval | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| D♭ | Root | 1 |
| A♭ | Perfect 5th | 5 |
D♭ Power Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | D♭ – A♭ |
| 1st Inversion | A♭ – D♭ |
| 2nd Inversion | — |
Key Signature
A chord has no key signature of its own, but the D♭ Power is the tonic (I) chord of Db Major, whose key signature has 5 flats (B♭, E♭, A♭, D♭, G♭).
B♭E♭A♭D♭G♭
Order of flats
Flats are added in a fixed order — the reverse of the sharp order. Each new flat key adds the next flat on the list.
B♭E♭A♭D♭G♭C♭F♭
Mnemonic: Battle Ends And Down Goes Charles’ Father
Chords in the Key of D♭ Major
These are the triads built on each degree of the D♭ major scale:
D♭ Power — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the D♭ Power chord on piano?
The D♭ Power chord contains the notes D♭ – A♭. On piano, play these notes together to sound the chord.
What notes are in the Db Power chord?
The Db Power chord (Db5) contains 2 notes: Db, Ab. Formula: R-P5.
How is Db5 used in music?
Db5 is used in jazz, fusion, and contemporary music to add harmonic color. It appears as a dominant or tonic chord depending on context.
What is the scale degree formula for Db5?
Db5 uses scale degrees 1-5, giving it its distinctive sound.