Bdim chord
B diminished
C4
B
C5
D
F
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Notes
- BR
- Db3
- Fb5
Formula: R – b3 – b5
Bdim inversions
The same notes, with a different note in the bass.
Root position Bdim
C4
B
C5
D
F
1st inversion Bdim/D
C5
D
F
B
C6
2nd inversion Bdim/F
C5
F
B
C6
D
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FAQ
What notes are in the Bdim chord?
The B diminished chord (Bdim) has 3 notes: B, D and F.
How do you play Bdim on the piano?
Put your right hand on B, D and F, starting from B. 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).