Edim guitar chord (E Diminished)

Symbols: dim, °

Steps: 1-b3-b5

Notes: E-G-Bb

The E diminished chord brings a sense of tension and unease to your music. Comprising the notes E, G and Bb (root, minor third, and diminished fifth), this chord is often used for dramatic transitions or darker harmonies. Its dissonant quality adds mystery and complexity to compositions. Below, you'll find three variations how to play the "E dim" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1
Edim guitar chord - variation 1
  • Press the D (4th) string on the 2nd fret with your middle finger
  • Place your index finger on the A (5th) string at the 1st fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings up to the 3rd string

Variation 2
Edim guitar chord - variation 2
  • With your ring finger, press down on the B (2nd) string at the 8th fret
  • Position your pinky on the G (3rd) string at the 9th fret and press down
  • Press the D (4th) string on the 8th fret with your middle finger
  • Place your index finger on the A (5th) string at the 7th fret and press down
  • Strum from the 5th string to the 2nd strings

Variation 3
Edim guitar chord - variation 3
  • Barre the 12th fret with your index finger, extending over the 3rd to the 6th strings
  • Position your ring finger on the D (4th) string at the 14th fret and press down
  • With your middle finger, press down on the A (5th) string at the 13th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings up to the 3rd string

Other E Chords

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