Cdim7 guitar chord
The Cdim7 chord (C diminished 7th) is built from the notes C, Eb, Gb and Bbb, formula 1–b3–b5–bb7.
- Notes
- C Eb Gb Bbb
- Type
- diminished 7th
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 2Shape 1 of 3
x3424xHow to play Cdim7
The easiest Cdim7 shape is x3424x, starting around fret 2. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Dramatic and symmetrical. The same shape repeats every three frets.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Cdim7 chord?
Cdim7 contains C, Eb, Gb and Bbb. Its formula is 1–b3–b5–bb7.
Is Cdim7 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x3424x.
What can I play instead of Cdim7?
Cdim is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Cdim7 is too hard or too busy.