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The tempo of the song Parabola by Tool is 110 BPM.

Parabola

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Key: EM

110 BPM

Tuning: Standard (E A D G B E)

Strum: ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

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Song Summary & Key Facts

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Album Parabola

Released -

Genre

Alternative Metal Art Rock

Songwriter Tool

Chord Version Options

3 Versions

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Song Fundamentals

Key Em (E Minor)

Tempo / BPM 110 BPM (Approx.)

Tuning Standard (E A D G B E)

Time Signature 4/4

Difficulty Level Advanced

Capo Position No Capo

Chord Count 12 Unique Chords

Genre Alternative Metal

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Strumming Pattern ↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑

Time Signature 4/4

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Parabola by Tool is played in the key of Em. Arranged in the natural sounding key of Em in standard guitar tuning without a capo, 'Parabola' by Tool utilizes direct fretboard shapes to project full open-string acoustic warmth and resonance throughout every section. Replace full barre B major with an ergonomic open B7 (x21202) voicing, offering significantly lighter fretting resistance for developing fingers during long practice sessions. The primary progression challenge lies in switching between G and Bm7: keep your fingers hovering close to the fretboard rather than flying off between changes. Set your metronome at an initial practice tempo of 79 BPM in 4/4 time to master the '↓ - ↓ ↑ - ↑ ↓ ↑' strumming groove, emphasizing steady downstrokes on beats one and three before accelerating toward the studio speed of 110 BPM.

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Harmonic Progression

Progression Pattern (Roman Numerals)

III – i – ♭VII – i – ♭VII – i

Song chords:

star Primary Chords (Song Foundation)

G Em7 D D7

Chords that repeat most frequently throughout the verse and chorus.

more_horiz Auxiliary / Transition Chords

Gmaj7 Am Em Bm7 Fmaj7 Cmaj7 B E

Used as harmonic transition variations in intro, bridge, or outro.

tune Why Use a Capo?

Capo & Sounding Key

Sounding Key EM Acoustic pitch of original recording

No Capo sync_alt Raises the pitch of open strings

Fingering Shape Key EM Open chord finger positions

The song is played in its original key of Em without a capo.

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piano Chord Family EM

Diatonic Matrix

This song is built on the key of EM. Here are the 7 diatonic chords (Chord Family) that harmonize according to music theory:

i Em Tonic

ii° F#dim Supertonic

III G Mediant

iv Am Subdominant

v Bm Dominant

VI C Submediant

VII D Subtonic

speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

Difficulty Determinants for This Song:

check_circle Uses 12 unique chords throughout the song

check_circle Requires 3 barre chord shapes (Bm7, Fmaj7, B)

check_circle Requires extended harmonic variations (Gmaj7, Fmaj7, Cmaj7)

dna MUSICAL DNA:

KEY: EM • TEMPO: 110 BPM (Approx.) • PROG: III – i – ♭VII – i – ♭VII – i • DIFF: 5/5 • CAPO: 0

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FAQ & Tips

quiz How to play the easy chords for Parabola (Tool)?

To play the Easy Chords for Parabola, toggle the Easy Chords button above the workstation canvas. This version is designed with beginner-friendly open chords to make transitions easier without barre chords.

quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Parabola?

The original recording key for Parabola by Tool is EM. You can use the Transpose (+ / -) feature anytime to adjust the pitch to match male or female vocal ranges automatically.

quiz Is audio sync and auto-scroll available for practice?

Yes, ChordGitar.in features touch-free Auto-Scroll with speed control, as well as an integrated player so your tempo and rhythm practice stays precise.

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Song Summary & Key Facts

Transcribed by Contributor

Album Parabola

Released -

Genre

Alternative Metal Art Rock

Songwriter Tool

Chord Version Options

3 Versions

Versi Studio Alternative By Contributor

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piano Chord Family EM

speed Difficulty Level: Advanced

help Easy Chord Guide & FAQ Parabola

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quiz What are the basic guitar chords and original key for Parabola?

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