Ebdim7 guitar chord
The Ebdim7 chord (Eb diminished 7th) is built from the notes Eb, Gb, Bbb and Dbb, formula 1–b3–b5–bb7.
- Notes
- Eb Gb Bbb Dbb
- Type
- diminished 7th
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 5Shape 1 of 3
x6757xHow to play Ebdim7
The easiest Ebdim7 shape is x6757x, starting around fret 5. 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 Ebdim7 chord?
Ebdim7 contains Eb, Gb, Bbb and Dbb. Its formula is 1–b3–b5–bb7.
Is Ebdim7 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x6757x.
What can I play instead of Ebdim7?
Ebdim is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Ebdim7 is too hard or too busy.