Accessible Page: Guitar chord Edim7 - diagrams and theory

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Chord Shapes

There are 9 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

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 9 of the G string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 10 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 11 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 11 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 11 of the B string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 12 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 12 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 4

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

Position 5

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 6

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 7

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E 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 G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position is movable

Position 8

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 9

Fingers Positions

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

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

E dim7 Description

Let's delve into the world of diminished chords, specifically focusing on the E dim7 chord. This chord, like all diminished chords, has a distinct, tense sound that adds complexity and color to your music. The E dim7 chord is composed of the notes E, G, Bb, and Db. These notes are built from the intervals 1 (Root), b3 (Minor Third), b5 (Diminished Fifth), and bb7 (Diminished Seventh).

If you're new to the concept of intervals and how they build chords, I recommend checking out our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals. This will give you a solid understanding of the underlying theory.

The E dim7 chord belongs to the family of Diminished Chords, which are known for their dissonant sound that can add a lot of tension and resolution to your music. If you are interested in learning more about this family of chords, our tutorial on diminished chords is an excellent resource.

In the following tutorial, we will provide chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that clearly show the tones composing the E dim7 chord. We'll also show you how to play this chord in various positions on the fretboard. This is a slightly more advanced topic, so if you're a beginner, you might want to check out our tutorial on intermediate guitar chords first.

Understanding the E dim7 chord and how to play it will expand your chord vocabulary and open up new possibilities for your playing. So let's get started!

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