Diminished 7th
Click keys to experiment with the chord
1 – b3 – b5 – bb7
Intervals: 0 semitones, 3 semitones, 6 semitones, 9 semitones
The F#dim7 chord sounds intensely tense and symmetrical, often used as a passing chord. It is built from the notes F#, A, C, D#, stacking 4 tones to create its distinctive sound. This chord is commonly heard in jazz, and gypsy jazz.
Notes: F# – A – C – D# | Formula: 1 – b3 – b5 – bb7
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