G# minor chord for guitar (G#m)
Diagram, fingering, and theory for the G# minor chord (G#m) on guitar: G# · B · D#.
Root
Chord
DiagramG#m
Stacked thirds
1
3m
5
Theory
Formula1-♭3-5
DifferenceThe 3rd drops a semitone (3→♭3).
SoundDarker, more melancholic.
Functionii, iii or vi in a major key.
UseThe other half of pop and rock.
Next steps
△TriadsSee the triads and inversions on the fretboard∷ArpeggiosPlay the chord note by note◎CircleFind its function in the key⚿ProgressionsUse it in a chord progression
Diagram for guitar in standard tuning.
G# minor
The G# minor chord (G#m) is made up of: G# · B · D#.
The other half of pop and rock.