Gdim guitar chord
The Gdim chord (G diminished) is built from the notes G, Bb and Db, formula 1–b3–b5. It appears in Ab major (as vii°).
- Notes
- G Bb Db
- Type
- diminished
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 2Shape 1 of 3
xx5323How to play Gdim
The easiest Gdim shape is xx5323, 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
Questions
What notes are in the Gdim chord?
Gdim contains G, Bb and Db. Its formula is 1–b3–b5.
Is Gdim hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx5323.