Adim chord
A diminished
C4
A
C
Eb
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Notes
- AR
- Cb3
- Ebb5
Formula: R – b3 – b5
Adim inversions
The same notes, with a different note in the bass.
Root position Adim
C4
A
C
Eb
1st inversion Adim/C
C
Eb
A
C6
2nd inversion Adim/Eb
C5
Eb
A
C
More A chords
Diminished chords in other keys
FAQ
What notes are in the Adim chord?
The A diminished chord (Adim) has 3 notes: A, C and Eb.
How do you play Adim on the piano?
Put your right hand on A, C and Eb, starting from A. A common fingering for three-note chords is thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).
What is the formula of a diminished chord?
R – b3 – b5 (in semitones from the root: 0, 3, 6).