F#dim7 guitar chord
The F#dim7 chord (F# diminished 7th) is built from the notes F#, A, C and Eb, formula 1–b3–b5–bb7.
- Notes
- F# A C Eb
- Type
- diminished 7th
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 8Shape 1 of 4
x-9-10-8-10-xHow to play F#dim7
The easiest F#dim7 shape is x-9-10-8-10-x, starting around fret 8. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.
Dramatic and symmetrical. The same shape repeats every three frets.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the F#dim7 chord?
F#dim7 contains F#, A, C and Eb. Its formula is 1–b3–b5–bb7.
Is F#dim7 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x-9-10-8-10-x.
What can I play instead of F#dim7?
F#dim is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when F#dim7 is too hard or too busy.