D# Diminished 7th
Introduction
Enharmonic equivalent: DāÆ is enharmonically equivalent to Eā. See Eb Diminished 7th.
Notes
D# Diminished 7th Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | D#4 ā F#4 ā A4 ā C5 |
| 1st Inversion | F#4 ā A4 ā C5 ā D#5 |
| 2nd Inversion | A4 ā C5 ā D#5 ā F#5 |
| 3rd Inversion | D#4 ā F#4 ā A4 ā C4 |
Key Signature
The key of D# Diminished 7th has Key signature data not available.
Theory: Intervals
The D# Diminished 7th is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula R-m3-d5-d7 describes the scale degrees used. The intervals P1-m3-d5-d7 show the distance between each note in the chord.
D# Diminished 7th ā Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the D# Diminished 7th chord?
D# Diminished 7th is built from the D# root. Check the interactive keyboard above for exact notes and fingering.
How is the D# Diminished 7th chord used in music?
D# Diminished 7th appears in jazz, pop, and classical contexts. Its sound depends on the chord quality (Diminished 7th).
What is the fingering for D# Diminished 7th?
See the fingering chart above. Right hand typically uses thumb on root. Left hand uses pinky on root.
What are the inversions of D# Diminished 7th?
Use the inversion buttons above to see each inversion with notes, fingering, and staff notation.
Practice Tips
- Symmetrical ā only 3 unique dim7 chords.
- Pivot chord for modulation.
- Maximum dramatic tension.
- Classical cadence chord.
- Compare with D#m7b5.
- Film scoring suspense.