Edim guitar chord
The Edim chord (E diminished) is built from the notes E, G and Bb, formula 1–b3–b5. It appears in F major (as vii°).
- Notes
- E G Bb
- Type
- diminished
- Level
- Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 3
0120xxHow to play Edim
The easiest Edim shape is 0120xx, starting around fret 1. 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
Questions
What notes are in the Edim chord?
Edim contains E, G and Bb. Its formula is 1–b3–b5.
Is Edim hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 0120xx.