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A6/E guitar shapes

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A6 / E (2nd inversion) guitar chord diagram showing fretboard positions
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About the chord

A6 / E (2nd inversion)

A6/E is the A6 / E (2nd inversion) guitar chord with E in the bass. It uses the notes A, C♯, E, and F♯ and the interval formula 1-3-5-6.

The A6 major 6 chord extends the major triad with a major sixth F♯, adding a warm, jazzy color. The sixth F♯ creates a relaxed, nostalgic feel, enhancing major progressions in jazz, pop, and vintage ballads. With E in the bass, this voicing functions as the 2nd inversion of A6.

Also written as A6 and AM6/E.

Root note: A
Bass note: E
Chord tones: 4
Playable shapes: 182

Chord tones

AC♯EF♯

Common guitar voicings

These are quick-start shapes for players who want the answer first and the deeper theory second.

Shape 1

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  1. 1 Place the 1st finger on the 2nd fret of the 1st string, 2nd string, 3rd string, and 4th string in barre position.
  2. 2 Strum from the 6th string down.

Shape 2

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  1. 1 Place the 1st finger on the 2nd fret of the 1st string, 2nd string, 3rd string, and 4th string in barre position.
  2. 2 Strum from the 4th string down.

Notes & Intervals

Each note below shows how the chord is built from its root. This is the theory layer underneath the fretboard shapes.

A Unison (Root) 1

The root anchors the chord and defines its tonal center.

C♯ Major Third 3

This note defines the chord's major quality and brings brightness to the sound.

E Perfect Fifth 5

The fifth reinforces stability and gives the chord its strong harmonic frame.

F♯ Major Sixth 6

The sixth adds warmth and a slightly more relaxed extended color.

Quick answers

What notes are in A6/E?

A6/E uses the notes A, C♯, E, and F♯. Its interval formula is 1-3-5-6.

What is another name for A6/E?

A6/E is also written as A6 and AM6/E.

How do you play A6/E on guitar?

Place the 1st finger on the 2nd fret of the 1st string, 2nd string, 3rd string, and 4th string in barre position. Strum from the 6th string down.

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