Cdim guitar chord
The Cdim chord (C diminished) is built from the notes C, Eb and Gb, formula 1–b3–b5. It appears in Db major (as vii°).
- Notes
- C Eb Gb
- Type
- diminished
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 2Shape 1 of 2
xxx542How to play Cdim
The easiest Cdim shape is xxx542, starting around fret 2. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Tense and unstable. It usually appears briefly as a passing chord.
Other ways to play it
Cdim
Fret 7
Questions
What notes are in the Cdim chord?
Cdim contains C, Eb and Gb. Its formula is 1–b3–b5.
Is Cdim hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xxx542.