G#dim7 chord on ukulele
G Sharp Diminished Seventh, also written Abdim7. Notes: G#, B, D and F.
How to play G#dim7
- Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#).
- Put your middle finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 1 (F).
- Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D).
- Put your pinky finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 2 (B).
- Strum all four strings.
All 4 ways to play G#dim7
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 1 position
EasyFret 4 position
EasyFret 7 position
MediumFret 10 position
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.
More G# chords
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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 ukulele?
The easiest G#dim7 is the "fret 1 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#). Put your middle finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 1 (F). Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 2 (D).
Is G#dim7 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 4 fretted notes.
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.