G#6 chord on ukulele
G Sharp Major Sixth, also written Ab6. Notes: G#, C, D# and F.
How to play G#6
- Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#).
- Put your middle finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 1 (F).
- Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 3 (D#).
- Put your pinky finger on the 1st (A) string at fret 3 (C).
- Strum all four strings.
All 4 ways to play G#6
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 1 position
EasyFret 4 position
EasyBarre at fret 8
HardFret 10 position
HardNotes and theory
The major sixth adds a sixth to a major triad: sweet and a little retro, heard a lot in swing, country and old pop endings. The formula is 1 3 5 6, and you will also see it written as G#maj6. Strictly by music theory the notes are spelled G#, B#, D# and E#; B# is the same key as C and E# is the same key as F.
More G# chords
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Questions
What notes are in the G#6 chord?
G#6 (G sharp major sixth) is made of four notes: G# (root), C (major third), D# (perfect fifth) and F (major sixth).
How do you play G#6 on ukulele?
The easiest G#6 is the "fret 1 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 4th (G) string at fret 1 (G#). Put your middle finger on the 2nd (E) string at fret 1 (F). Put your ring finger on the 3rd (C) string at fret 3 (D#).
Is G#6 hard to play on ukulele?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 4 fretted notes.
What does a major sixth chord sound like?
The major sixth adds a sixth to a major triad: sweet and a little retro, heard a lot in swing, country and old pop endings.