Accessible Page: Ab Major Sixth Guitar Chord (Ab6) | Easy Ways to Play It
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Chord Shapes
There are 7 positions for this chord:
Position 1
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Mute the A string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 1 of the D, G, B and high E strings at the same time
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
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Position 2
Fingers Positions
- Mute the A string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the low E and high E strings at the same time
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the D string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 6 of the B string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Position 3
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Mute the high E string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 9 of the B string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 10 of the D string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the G string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 11 of the A string
Position Characteristics
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Position 4
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Mute the A string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the high E string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the G string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the D string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 6 of the B string
Position Characteristics
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Position 5
Fingers Positions
- Mute the A string
- Mute the B string
- Mute the high E string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the D string
- Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the low E string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the G string
Position Characteristics
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Position 6
Fingers Positions
- Mute the A string
- Mute the D string
- Mute the high E string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the low E string
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 5 of the G string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 6 of the B string
Position Characteristics
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Position 7
Fingers Positions
- Mute the low E string
- Mute the A string
- Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the D and B strings at the same time
- Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the G string
- Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 8 of the high E string
Position Characteristics
- This position requires barre
- This position is movable
Audio file
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Ab 6 Description
Welcome to our tutorial on the Ab 6 chord, a beautiful and rich major chord that can add depth and complexity to your guitar playing. The Ab 6 chord belongs to the Major Chords family and is composed of the notes Ab, C, Eb, and F. These notes are built from the intervals 1, 3, 5, and 6, also known as the Root, Major Third, Perfect Fifth, and Major Sixth.
Understanding the notation of chords and the intervals on the fretboard can greatly enhance your ability to play and construct complex chords like the Ab 6. If you're new to these concepts, we recommend checking out our comprehensive tutorial on guitar chords and our guide on how to build chords by stacking intervals.
In this tutorial, we'll guide you through the process of playing the Ab 6 chord with clear chord diagrams and fretboard patterns showing the tones composing the chord. If you're interested in learning more about sixth chords in general, our tutorial on sixth guitar chords is a great place to start.
Whether you're an intermediate player looking to expand your chord vocabulary or a beginner eager to explore beyond the basics, mastering the Ab 6 chord can open up new possibilities in your playing and songwriting. So grab your guitar, tune up, and let's dive into the world of the Ab 6 chord!
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