A#dim chord on ukulele
A Sharp Diminished, also written Bbdim. Notes: A#, C# and E.
How to play A#dim
- Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#).
- Put your middle finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 1 (A#).
- Put your ring finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 3 (A#).
- Let the open E string ring.
- Strum all four strings.
All 4 ways to play A#dim
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 4
MediumFret 3 position
MediumFret 7 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 A#° and A#o.
Keys that use A#dim
More A# chords
All A# ukulele chordsdiminished chords in every key
Questions
What notes are in the A#dim chord?
A#dim (A sharp diminished) is made of three notes: A# (root), C# (minor third) and E (diminished fifth).
How do you play A#dim on ukulele?
The easiest A#dim is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#). Put your middle finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 1 (A#). Put your ring finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 3 (A#).
Is A#dim hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes plus open strings.
What key is A#dim in?
A#dim belongs to 2 keys: B major (as the vii° chord) and G sharp 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.