F#/Gb-5 guitar chord (F#/Gb Major Diminished 5th)

Symbols: -5

Steps: 1-3-b5

Notes: F#-A#-C

The F#/Gb -5 chord, also known as a major diminished 5th, features a flat fifth interval in the major triad. Its notes F#, A# and C provide a unique dissonance, making it suitable for jazz or experimental compositions. Below, you'll find two variations how to play the "F#/Gb -5" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1
F#/Gb-5 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Press the G (3rd) string on the 3rd fret with your ring finger
  • With your pinky, press down on the D (4th) string at the 4th fret
  • Place your middle finger on the A (5th) string at the 3rd fret and press down
  • Use your index finger to press the low E (6th) string down on the 2nd fret
  • Now, strum all the strings up to the 3rd string

Variation 2
F#/Gb-5 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Barre the 11th fret with your pinky, extending over the 2nd to the 3rd strings
  • With your middle finger, press down on the D (4th) string at the 10th fret
  • Press the A (5th) string on the 9th fret with your index finger
  • Strum from the 5th string to the 2nd strings

Other F#/Gb Chords

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Other Major Diminished 5th Chords