Guitar UpscaleC6 chord on guitar
The C major 6th chord, written C6, has 4 notes: C E G A.
As tab, thick low E string first: x32253, x37553, 875555. Numbers in the dots are fingers: 1 index, 2 middle, 3 ring, 4 little, T thumb. × marks a muted string and ○ an open one.
| Notes | C E G A |
|---|---|
| Formula | 1 3 5 6 |
| Intervals | Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Major 6th |
About the Major 6th Chord
A major 6th chord adds the sixth to a major triad, a sweet sound from swing, country and early rock and roll. More about the Major 6th Chord.
Scales to play over C6
Each of these scales holds every note of the chord: