Play the dim inverted chord on guitar

Diminished chord inversions exploit its symmetrical structure. Each inversion maintains the characteristic tritone tension and facilitates harmonic resolutions.

Chord composition

I♭III♭V
RootMinor thirdDiminished fifth
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Formula 1 - ♭3 - ♭5

Theory

The diminished chord is symmetrical (stacked minor thirds). Its inversions are harmonically interchangeable, offering great flexibility for chromatic passages.

Play the dim inverted chord on the guitar

The Dim inverted chord positions on guitar

Styles

Classique Jazz Blues Gospel