F#dim guitar chord

The F#dim chord (F# diminished) is built from the notes F#, A and C, formula 1–b3–b5. It appears in G major (as vii°).

Notes
F# A C
Type
diminished
Level
Barre chord
Fret 1Shape 1 of 4
××4213F#ACF#
xx4212

How to play F#dim

The easiest F#dim shape is xx4212, 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 F#dim chord?

F#dim contains F#, A and C. Its formula is 1–b3–b5.

Is F#dim hard to play on guitar?

It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx4212.