A#dim7 7ª Disminuida Acorde

Four notes stacked in minor thirds. Extremely tense, used as a passing chord.

A#dim7 Acorde — Quick Answer & Harmonic Definition

The A#dim7 (Diminished 7th) chord consists of the notes A#, C#, E, G. It is constructed from the root note A# using the diminished 7th interval formula (0–3–6–9 semitones).

Formula: 0 – 3 – 6 – 9
Notes
A# – C# – E – G
Intervals (semitones)
0 – 3 – 6 – 9
Type
7th Chord

A#dim7 on Piano

Press highlighted keys simultaneously to play the A#dim7 chord.

R
A# (Root (R))
2
C# (Minor 3rd (♭3))
3
E (Tritone (♭5))
4
G (Major 6th / Dim 7th)

A#dim7 on Guitar

The A#dim7 chord uses notes A#, C#, E, G. Build a voicing by finding these notes on any strings — root on the 6th string is a common starting point for barre chord shapes.

Interval Analysis

Degree Interval Name Semitones Note in A#
Root Root (R) 0 A#
3rd Minor 3rd (♭3) 3 C#
5th Tritone (♭5) 6 E
7th Major 6th / Dim 7th 9 G

About the A# 7ª Disminuida Chord

The A#dim7 chord (A# 7ª Disminuida) consists of 4 notes: A#, C#, E, G. Four notes stacked in minor thirds. Extremely tense, used as a passing chord.

To build any diminished 7th chord, apply intervals of 0, 3, 6, 9 semitones above the root. Starting from A#: the notes land on A#, C#, E, G.

Playing A#dim7 on Piano

Press A#, C#, E, G simultaneously. In root position, A# is lowest. First inversion places C# in the bass for a lighter sound; second inversion uses E as the bass note.

Common Chord Progressions Using A#dim7

  • I–IV–V: A#dim7 – D#dim7 – Fdim7 (blues and rock)
  • I–V–vi–IV: A#dim7 – F – Gm – D# (pop staple)
  • I–vi–IV–V: A#dim7 – Gm – D# – F (50s progression)

The A#dim7 Chord in Context

The A#dim7 (7ª Disminuida) chord features a distinctive four notes stacked in minor thirds. extremely tense, used as a passing chord. built from the intervals 0–3–6–9. It provides rich harmonic color and tension across pop, jazz, classical, and contemporary compositions.

Knowledge Base & FAQs

A#dim7 Chord — Frequently Asked Questions

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What notes are in the A#dim7 chord?

The A# 7ª Disminuida chord contains: A#, C#, E, G.

These notes are derived by applying the diminished 7th interval formula (0–3–6–9 semitones) to the root note A#.

What is the A#dim7 chord used for?

Four notes stacked in minor thirds.

Extremely tense, used as a passing chord. The A#dim7 chord is used across pop, rock, jazz, and classical music. As the I chord in the key of A# major, it functions as the most stable resting point in progressions.

How do you play A#dim7 on piano?

On piano, play A#, C#, E, G simultaneously.

In root position, A# is the lowest note. Inversions move the bass note up — first inversion has C# lowest, second inversion has E lowest.

How many notes are in a diminished 7th chord?

A diminished 7th chord has 4 notes: A#, C#, E, G (in A#).

It is a 7th chord, extending beyond the basic triad.

What is the difference between A# major and A# minor?

The A# major chord (A#–D–F) uses a major third (4 semitones), giving it a bright, happy sound.

The A# minor chord (A#–C#–F) uses a minor third (3 semitones), giving it a darker, emotional sound.

What key does A#dim7 belong to?

A#dim7 naturally serves as the I chord in the key of A# major.

It also appears as IV in the key of F major, and as V in the key of D# major.

Can I play A#dim7 on ukulele?

Yes.

The ukulele uses GCEA tuning with 4 strings. The A#dim7 chord notes (A#, C#, E, G) can be fretted on a ukulele, though the shapes differ from guitar due to the 4-string layout and shorter scale.

What chords go well with A#dim7?

In the key of A# major, A#dim7 pairs naturally with D# major (IV), F major (V), and Gm (vi).

The classic I–IV–V (A#dim7–D#–F) is the foundation of blues, country, and rock.

What is a chord inversion of A#dim7?

An inversion places a non-root note in the bass.

A#dim7 root position: A# in bass. First inversion: C# in bass. Second inversion: E in bass. Inversions create smoother bass line movement without changing the harmony.

How do I memorize the notes in a diminished 7th chord?

Remember the formula: 0–3–6–9 semitones from root.

For A#dim7: start on A#, add 3 semitones, then 6 semitones, then 9 semitones. Practicing this across all 12 roots builds instant recognition of any diminished 7th chord.