C#m6 chord on ukulele
C Sharp Minor Sixth, also written Dbm6. Notes: C#, E, G# and A#.
How to play C#m6
- Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#).
- Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#).
- Put your ring finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 1 (A#).
- Let the open E string ring.
- Strum all four strings.
All 4 ways to play C#m6
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyFret 3 position
EasyBarre at fret 6
MediumBarre at fret 9
HardNotes and theory
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 C# chords
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Questions
What notes are in the C#m6 chord?
C#m6 (C sharp minor sixth) is made of four notes: C# (root), E (minor third), G# (perfect fifth) and A# (major sixth).
How do you play C#m6 on ukulele?
The easiest C#m6 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#). Put your middle finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 1 (C#). Put your ring finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 1 (A#).
Is C#m6 hard to play on ukulele?
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.