Em6 chord on guitar
E Minor Sixth. Notes: E, G, B and C#.
How to play Em6
- Put your index finger on the 5th (A) string at fret 2 (B).
- Put your middle finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 2 (E).
- Put your ring finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 2 (C#).
- Let the open low E, G and high E strings ring.
- Strum from the low E string down.
Lowest note: E (the root)Strings played: 6 of 6Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Em6
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 2
MediumFret 8 position
HardBarre at fret 5
HardNotes and theory
Eroot
Gb3 · minor third
B5 · perfect fifth
C#6 · major sixth
The minor sixth adds a major sixth to a minor triad. It has a mysterious, film-noir color common in jazz and gypsy jazz. The formula is 1 b3 5 6.
More E chords
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Questions
What notes are in the Em6 chord?
Em6 (E minor sixth) is made of four notes: E (root), G (minor third), B (perfect fifth) and C# (major sixth).
How do you play Em6 on guitar?
The easiest Em6 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 5th (A) string at fret 2 (B). Put your middle finger on the 4th (D) string at fret 2 (E). Put your ring finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 2 (C#).
Is Em6 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a minor sixth chord sound like?
The minor sixth adds a major sixth to a minor triad. It has a mysterious, film-noir color common in jazz and gypsy jazz.