C 6th guitar chord
How to play the C 6th chord, written C6, on guitar. The shape is x 3 2 2 1 0 and it sounds the notesC – E – G – A — free to print or download below.
How to play the C 6th chord
- Read the diagram. The dots show where to press. A circle above a string means play it open; an × means do not play that string. This shape is x 3 2 2 1 0 (from the low E string to the high E).
- Place your fingers. Press each dotted position with the finger number printed on it.
- Strum and check. Strum the 5 played strings and let each note ring cleanly. The chord sounds the notes C – E – G – A.
Notes in the C 6th chord
The C 6th chord contains the notes C – E – G – A. The diagram shows the common open shape, x 3 2 2 1 0 from the lowest string to the highest.
C 6th guitar chord — frequently asked questions
How do you play the C 6th chord on guitar?
Use the shape x 3 2 2 1 0 (low E to high E): press the dots shown, play the 1 open string and mute the 1 marked with an ×. It sounds the notes C – E – G – A.
What notes are in the C 6th chord?
The C 6th chord (C6) contains the notes C – E – G – A.
Is the C 6th guitar chord diagram free?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.