Accessible Page: Am7b5 Guitar Chords Explained | A Minor Seventh Flat five

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Chord Shapes

There are 1 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

A m7b5 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the A m7b5 chord, a unique chord that belongs to the Diminished Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes A, C, Eb, and G, and is built using the intervals 1, b3, b5, and b7. The complete names of these music intervals are: Root, Minor Third, Diminished Fifth, and Minor Seventh respectively.

Understanding these intervals is crucial when learning to play the A m7b5 chord. If you're new to the concept of intervals, you may want to check out our tutorial on fretboard intervals, which will give you a solid foundation in this essential aspect of guitar theory.

This chord is not just a simple minor chord, it has a diminished fifth, which gives it a distinctive sound that can add a unique touch to your music. If you're interested in learning more about diminished chords, we have a full tutorial about diminished guitar chords that you can explore.

Playing the A m7b5 chord can be a bit challenging, especially if you're just starting out. But don't worry, we'll guide you through it with clear chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that show the tones composing the chord. If you're interested in delving deeper into how chords are built by stacking intervals, our guitar music theory tutorial is a great resource.

Lastly, if you're unsure about how to denote chords depending on the intervals that compose it, we have a helpful tutorial on chord notation that can guide you. So let's dive in and start mastering this unique and versatile chord.

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