E dim7 Chord
E dim7 has 4 notes: E · G · Bb · Db
E dim7
Symbol: Edim7
Notes: E, G, Bb, Db
Type: Diminished 7th
Variations: 4 positions shown
Related chords
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Notes and intervals in E dim7 chord
Good idea to know the intervals:
| Note | Interval | Function |
|---|---|---|
| E | 1P | Root |
| G | 3m | Minor 3rd |
| Bb | 5d | Diminished 5th |
| Db | 7d | 7d |
The root (E) is the core. Other notes stack on top to create the diminished 7th tonality.
How to play E dim7
Play each string individually first, each note should ring clearly. Then try strumming.
For barre chords, use your index finger to press down all strings at one fret (works as a movable capo), while your other fingers form the shape. This can be hard, but you'll get there!
Questions about the Edim7 chord
What notes are in E dim7 chord?
E dim7 chord contains the notes E, G, Bb, Db. You play them together to get diminished 7th sound. You can also play the same note over different strings to get fuller sounds.
How do you play E dim7 on guitar?
Find Edim7 on the fretboard by locating the root note (E) and applying the diminished 7th shape. The diminished 7th chord formula is: Root, Minor 3rd, Diminished 5th, 7d.
What does E dim7 chord sound like?
E dim7 has a complex quality. It's commonly used in many genres music.