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Chord Shapes

There are 4 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the B string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the high E string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 7 of the D string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the high E string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 10 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 4

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

A dim Description

Welcome to our comprehensive tutorial on the A dim chord. This chord, a member of the Diminished Chords family, is composed of the notes A, C, and Eb. The intervals that construct this chord are 1 (root), b3 (Minor Third), and b5 (Diminished Fifth). These intervals give the A dim chord its unique sound and feel.

Understanding the structure of the A dim chord is vital for any guitarist, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out. To delve into the theory behind how chords are built by stacking intervals, check out our tutorial on chord construction.

Essentially, the A dim chord is built by combining the 1st, flattened 3rd, and flattened 5th notes of the A Major scale. This combination produces a chord with a distinctive, somewhat dissonant sound that is often used in various music genres for dramatic effect.

If you're interested in learning more about the use of diminished chords, we have a comprehensive tutorial about diminished (dim) guitar chords. And if you're curious about the other types of intervals and how they contribute to different chord types, our tutorial about fretboard intervals is a must-read.

Finally, if you're looking to understand how to denote chords depending on the intervals that compose them, our tutorial on chord notation is a great resource. Stay tuned for our upcoming tutorial, complete with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns, to show you exactly how to play the A dim chord on your guitar.

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