Ddim7 guitar chord
The Ddim7 chord (D diminished 7th) is built from the notes D, F, Ab and Cb, formula 1–b3–b5–bb7.
- Notes
- D F Ab Cb
- Type
- diminished 7th
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 4Shape 1 of 3
x5646xHow to play Ddim7
The easiest Ddim7 shape is x5646x, starting around fret 4. 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 Ddim7 chord?
Ddim7 contains D, F, Ab and Cb. Its formula is 1–b3–b5–bb7.
Is Ddim7 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x5646x.
What can I play instead of Ddim7?
Ddim is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Ddim7 is too hard or too busy.