F#7b5
notes
The chord F#7b5 is made up of these notes:
F#
A#
C
E
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strum
The F#7b5 chord, often called the F# seven flat five, is a unique and intriguing chord that consists of four notes: F#, A#, C, and E. This chord is built with a root, a major third, a diminished fifth, and a minor seventh, giving it an edgy and somewhat unresolved sound. You’ll often find this chord in jazz or blues settings, where it adds tension and colour to a piece. It's typically used in progressions where a sense of movement or transition is needed, often leading into a more stable chord. The F#7b5 can inject a sense of drama and anticipation into a song, creating a rich musical texture that keeps listeners on their toes.
InversionsChord inversions refer to the different ways you can play a chord by rearranging the order of its notes. When a chord is inverted, one or more notes are shifted up an octave, changing the "bass" or lowest note of the chord. Even though the notes remain the same, the overall sound and feel of the chord changes depending on which note is the lowest.
Inversion 1
A#3
C4
E4
F#4
Inversion 2
C4
E4
F#4
A#4
Inversion 3
E4
F#4
A#4
C5