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Chains

Above & Beyond verified
Key: D#M
110 BPM
Standard (E A D G B E)
↓ - - - ↓ - - ↓ - ✕ ↓ - ↓ ✕ ↓ ✕
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Song Fundamentals
Key D#m (D# Minor)
Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)
Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)
Time Signature 4/4
Difficulty Level Medium
Capo Position No Capo
Chord Count 3 Unique Chords
Genre Edm
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Strumming Pattern ↓ - - - ↓ - - ↓ - ✕ ↓ - ↓ ✕ ↓ ✕
Time Signature 4/4
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Chains by Above & Beyond is played in the key of D#m. Arranged in the natural sounding key of D#m in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'Chains' by Above & Beyond utilizes direct fretboard shapes to project full open-string acoustic warmth and resonance throughout every section. The G#m barre chord can be voiced as a partial three-string triad on upper strings to preserve momentum and prevent fingertip strain while practicing. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between G#m and D#m: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 79 BPM in 4/4 time to master the '↓ - - - ↓ - - ↓ - ✕ ↓ - ↓ ✕ ↓ ✕' strumming groove, emphasizing steady downstrokes on beats one and three before accelerating toward the studio speed of 110 BPM.
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Harmonic Progression
Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)
iv – i – ♭VII – iv – i – ♭VII
Song chords:
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Abm Ebm C#

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

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This song focuses on a minimalist 3-chord foundation.

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

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Capo & Sounding Key
Sounding Key D#M Acoustic pitch of original recording
No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings
Fingering Shape Key D#M Open chord finger positions

The song is played in its original key of D#m without a capo.

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piano Chord Family D#M

Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of D#M. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

i D#m Tonic
ii° Fdim Supertonic
III F# Mediant
iv G#m Subdominant
v A#m Dominant
VI B Submediant
VII C# Subtonic

speed Difficulty Level: Medium

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:
check_circle Uses 3 unique chords throughout the song
check_circle Requires 3 barre chord shapes (Abm, Ebm, C#)
dna MUSICAL DNA:
KEY: D#M • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: iv – i – ♭VII – iv – i – ♭VII • DIFF: 3/5 • CAPO: 0

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Chains (Above & Beyond)?

To play the Easy Chords for Chains, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Chains?

The original recording key for Chains by Above & Beyond is D#M. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?

Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.

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