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A6 — major sixth

Notes in A6: A – C# – E – F#Formula: 1 – 3 – 5 – 6

In the formula, the numbers count steps of the major scale starting from the note that names the chord; "b" lowers a half step, "#" raises one — and a slash names the bass note.

The sixth chord adds the major sixth to the triad. It usually sounds warmer and more conclusive than maj7, with less weight on the seventh.

The same chord on all four instruments

A6, x 0 2 2 2 2A61111×AEAC#F#
Guitar
A6, x 0 2 2 2 2A61111×AEAC#F#
Electric guitar
A6, 2 2 2 4A61113EAC#F#
Cavaquinho
A6, 2 4 2 4A61324AEF#C#
Ukulele

Where to use it: Song tonic in choro and country; a warm, light ending.

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Part of the Sixths family.

Other chords in this family

Am6A6/9Am6/9

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