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Chord Shapes

There are 8 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the B string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the D string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 3 of the low E string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 3 of the G string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 4 of the A string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

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Position 2

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the G string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the A string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the D string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the B string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

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Position 3

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Mute the A string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 8 of the D string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the B string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 9 of the G string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 9 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

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Position 4

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Let the G string play without pressing any fret
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the A string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the D string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 2 of the B string

Position Characteristics

  • This position uses open strings

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Position 5

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the A string
  • Mute the B string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the D string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the low E string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the G string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

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Position 6

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the A string
  • Mute the B string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 8 of the D string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 9 of the low E string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 9 of the G string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

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Position 7

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the A string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the D string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the B string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the low E string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 6 of the G string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

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Position 8

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the G string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 7 of the A string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the D string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the B string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

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A# dim7 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the A# dim7 chord, a member of the Diminished Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes A#, C#, E, and G. It's built using the intervals 1 (Root), b3 (Minor Third), b5 (Diminished Fifth), and bb7 (Diminished Seventh).

Understanding how to build this chord involves stacking these specific intervals. If you're unfamiliar with this concept, you might find our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals helpful.

The A# dim7 chord, like all diminished chords, has a unique, tense sound. It's often used in jazz and classical music, but can add a touch of sophistication to any genre. If you're interested in learning more about diminished chords, check out our tutorial on diminished guitar chords.

It's important to be able to visualize these intervals on the fretboard. Our tutorial about fretboard intervals can help you grasp this concept. And if you're not sure how to denote this chord based on its intervals, our tutorial on chord notation can provide some clarity.

Once you've mastered the A# dim7 chord, you'll be ready to incorporate it into your playing. Whether you're composing your own music or learning covers, understanding this chord will give you a new tool to express yourself musically.

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