Fdim7 guitar chord
The Fdim7 chord (F diminished 7th) is built from the notes F, Ab, Cb and Ebb, formula 1–b3–b5–bb7.
- Notes
- F Ab Cb Ebb
- Type
- diminished 7th
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 7Shape 1 of 3
x8979xHow to play Fdim7
The easiest Fdim7 shape is x8979x, starting around fret 7. 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 Fdim7 chord?
Fdim7 contains F, Ab, Cb and Ebb. Its formula is 1–b3–b5–bb7.
Is Fdim7 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x8979x.
What can I play instead of Fdim7?
Fdim is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Fdim7 is too hard or too busy.