Gdim chord on guitar
G Diminished. Notes: G, Bb and Db.
How to play Gdim
- Put your index finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 5 (G).
- Put your middle finger on the 3rd (G) string at fret 6 (Db).
- Put your ring finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 6 (Bb).
- Don't play the low E, A and B strings: skip them or mute them with a fretting finger.
- Strum from the D string down.
All 4 ways to play Gdim
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 5 position
MediumFret 1 position
MediumFret 8 position
HardFret 10 position
HardNotes and theory
The diminished triad stacks two minor thirds. It sounds tense and unstable and is mostly used as a passing chord. The formula is 1 b3 b5, and you will also see it written as G° and Go.
Keys that use Gdim
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Questions
What notes are in the Gdim chord?
Gdim (G diminished) is made of three notes: G (root), Bb (minor third) and Db (diminished fifth).
How do you play Gdim on guitar?
The easiest Gdim is the "fret 5 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 5 (G). Put your middle finger on the 3rd (G) string at fret 6 (Db). Put your ring finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 6 (Bb).
Is Gdim hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated medium and uses 3 fretted notes.
What key is Gdim in?
Gdim belongs to 2 keys: A flat major (as the vii° chord) and F minor (as the ii° chord).
What does a diminished chord sound like?
The diminished triad stacks two minor thirds. It sounds tense and unstable and is mostly used as a passing chord.