Guitar Fdim chord diagram
Fdim is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play Fdim, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Fdim, follow these steps: Place index finger on D string fret 3. Place middle finger on G string fret 4. Place ring finger on E string fret 4.
Tips
- Place D string with your index finger and G string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On D string, press fret 3 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on Fdim can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from Fdim to D#m/C | E♭m/C, using on G string, use your ring finger, on E string, use your pinky, and on D string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- F - G# - B
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - b5
- Chord Type
- Diminished — tense and unstable
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Fdim on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Fdim chord diagram1-2-3-1-x-1
Guitar Fdim chord diagram1-2-x-1-x-1
Guitar Fdim chord diagram4-2-3-4-x-4
Guitar Fdim chord diagram1-2-3-1-x-4
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Fdim, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Fdim → D#m/C | E♭m/C chord transition
To move from Fdim to D#m/C | E♭m/C, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 4 to D string fret 4.
- Lift your ring finger from E string fret 4 and place it on B string fret 4.
2. Fdim → Em/F chord transition
To move from Fdim to Em/F, follow these steps:
- While playing Fdim, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 3.
3. Fdim → F#aug | G♭aug chord transition
To move from Fdim to F#aug | G♭aug, follow these steps:
- While playing Fdim, lift your ring finger from E string fret 4.
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 3 and place it on G string fret 3.
- Slide your middle finger from G string fret 4 to D string fret 4.
4. Fdim → Gm/F chord transition
To move from Fdim to Gm/F, follow these steps:
- While playing Fdim, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 3.
5. Fdim → A5 chord transition
To move from Fdim to A5, follow these steps:
- While playing Fdim, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
- Slide your index finger on D string from fret 3 to fret 2.
6. Fdim → Asus4 chord transition
To move from Fdim to Asus4, follow these steps:
- While playing Fdim, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 3 and place it on B string fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Fdim across songs on this site.
1. Fdim → Dm chord transition
To move from Fdim to Dm, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 3 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger on G string from fret 4 to fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from E string fret 4 and place it on B string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Fdim use the transition to Dm at 60%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. Fdim → Gm7 chord transition
To move from Fdim to Gm7, follow these steps:
- While playing Fdim, lift your index finger from D string fret 3.
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 4 and place it on E string fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger from E string fret 4 to D string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Fdim use the transition to Gm7 at 20%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
3. Fdim → A chord transition
To move from Fdim to A, follow these steps:
- Slide your index finger on D string from fret 3 to fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger on G string from fret 4 to fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from E string fret 4 and place it on B string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing Fdim use the transition to A at 20%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Compatible Scales
These scales include Fdim and highlight the companion chords that fit the same key.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fdim easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar Fdim is beginner-friendly. It spans 2 frets. Practice slowly to keep each note clean.
What is the easiest way to play Fdim?
There is a simpler alternative for Fdim on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering 1-2-3-1-x-4. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from Fdim on Guitar?
Guitar Fdim commonly moves to Dm and Gm7. Based on our catalog data, Fdim to Dm is recorded 3 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 60% of outgoing Fdim transitions. Fdim to Gm7 is recorded 1 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 20%.