Bbdim guitar chord
The Bbdim chord (Bb diminished) is built from the notes Bb, Db and Fb, formula 1–b3–b5. It appears in B major (as vii°).
- Notes
- Bb Db Fb
- Type
- diminished
- Level
- Barre chord
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x12320How to play Bbdim
The easiest Bbdim shape is x12320, 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 Bbdim chord?
Bbdim contains Bb, Db and Fb. Its formula is 1–b3–b5.
Is Bbdim hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x12320.