Ebdim guitar chord
The Ebdim chord (Eb diminished) is built from the notes Eb, Gb and Bbb, formula 1–b3–b5. It appears in E major (as vii°).
- Notes
- Eb Gb Bbb
- Type
- diminished
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 1Shape 1 of 2
xx1242How to play Ebdim
The easiest Ebdim shape is xx1242, 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
Ebdim
Fret 5
Questions
What notes are in the Ebdim chord?
Ebdim contains Eb, Gb and Bbb. Its formula is 1–b3–b5.
Is Ebdim hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx1242.