G#dim7 chord on guitar
G Sharp Diminished Seventh, also written Abdim7. Notes: G#, B, D and F.
How to play G#dim7
- Put your index finger on the 3rd (G) string at fret 1 (G#).
- Put your middle finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 1 (F).
- Let the open D and B strings ring.
- Don't play the low E and A strings: skip them or mute them with a fretting finger.
- Strum from the D string down.
All 4 ways to play G#dim7
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyFret 6 position
MediumBarre at fret 3
HardBarre at fret 10
HardNotes and theory
The diminished seventh is built entirely from minor thirds, so it repeats every three frets. It is a dramatic passing chord. The formula is 1 b3 b5 bb7, and you will also see it written as G#°7 and G#o7.
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Questions
What notes are in the G#dim7 chord?
G#dim7 (G sharp diminished seventh) is made of four notes: G# (root), B (minor third), D (diminished fifth) and F (diminished seventh).
How do you play G#dim7 on guitar?
The easiest G#dim7 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 3rd (G) string at fret 1 (G#). Put your middle finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 1 (F). Let the open D and B strings ring.
Is G#dim7 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 2 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a diminished seventh chord sound like?
The diminished seventh is built entirely from minor thirds, so it repeats every three frets. It is a dramatic passing chord.