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C6 guitar shapes

Popular fretboard positions with fingering suggestions

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C6 guitar chord diagram showing fretboard positions
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About the chord

C6 guitar chord

C6 is the C6 guitar chord. It uses the notes C, E, G, and A and the interval formula 1-3-5-6.

The C6 major 6 chord extends the major triad with a major sixth A, adding a warm, jazzy color. The sixth A creates a relaxed, nostalgic feel, enhancing major progressions in jazz, pop, and vintage ballads.

Also written as CM6.

Root note: C
Quality: 6
Chord tones: 4
Playable shapes: 162

Chord tones

CEGA

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 1st fret of the 2nd string.
  2. 2 Place the 2nd finger on the 2nd fret of the 4th string.
  3. 3 Place the 3rd finger on the 2nd fret of the 3rd string.
  4. 4 Place the 4th finger on the 3rd fret of the 5th string.
  5. 5 Strum from the 5th string down.

Shape 2

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  1. 1 Place the 1st finger on the 1st fret of the 2nd string.
  2. 2 Place the 2nd finger on the 2nd fret of the 3rd string and 4th string in barre position.
  3. 3 Place the 3rd finger on the 3rd fret of the 5th string.
  4. 4 Place the 4th finger on the 3rd fret of the 1st string.
  5. 5 Strum from the 5th 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.

C Unison (Root) 1

The root anchors the chord and defines its tonal center.

E Major Third 3

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

G Perfect Fifth 5

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

A Major Sixth 6

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

Quick answers

What notes are in C6?

C6 uses the notes C, E, G, and A. Its interval formula is 1-3-5-6.

What is another name for C6?

C6 is also written as CM6.

How do you play C6 on guitar?

Place the 1st finger on the 1st fret of the 2nd string. Place the 2nd finger on the 2nd fret of the 4th string. Place the 3rd finger on the 2nd fret of the 3rd string. Place the 4th finger on the 3rd fret of the 5th string. Strum from the 5th string down.

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