Bb6 Guitar Chord Chart | Bb Major Sixth
Welcome to our tutorial on the Bb 6 chord, a member of the Major Chords family. This chord is composed of the notes Bb, D, F, and G and is built using the intervals 1 (Root), 3 (Major Third), 5 (Perfect Fifth), and 6 (Major Sixth). This chord offers a rich and full sound, making it a favorite among many guitarists.
Understanding the notation of chords is crucial to mastering the Bb 6 chord. The intervals that make up this chord are integral to its structure and sound, and gaining a firm grasp on these intervals will greatly enhance your ability to play and understand this chord.
For a deeper dive into the subject of intervals, be sure to check out our tutorial on fretboard intervals. This tutorial will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how to build chords by stacking intervals, a crucial skill for any guitarist.
If you're new to the world of sixth chords, our tutorial on sixth guitar chords is a fantastic place to start. This guide will walk you through the basics of sixth chords, providing you with the knowledge and skills necessary to master the Bb 6 chord.
Once you've mastered the Bb 6 chord, you may wish to explore more advanced chord types. Our tutorial on intermediate guitar chords is a great resource for those looking to expand their chord vocabulary and take their playing to the next level.
Finally, to put your newfound knowledge of the Bb 6 chord into practice, why not try incorporating it into some common chord progressions? Our tutorial on common chord progressions can help you do just that, teaching you how to create beautiful and engaging songs using the chords you've learned.
With practice and patience, you'll soon be playing the Bb 6 chord with ease and confidence. Happy playing!
Bb 6 chord Notes:
BbDFG
How the Major Sixth chord is built:
Fingerings for the Bb6 guitar chord
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If you have difficulties with bar chord shapes, check the Bar Chords Tips tutorial.
You can also use this accessible chords page with written diagrams instruction.
Position 1
Open
Position 2
Open
Position 3
Open
Position 4
Movable
Position 5
Movable
Position 6
Open
Position 7
Open
Position 8
Open
Position 9
Open
Position 10
Open
Position 11
Movable
Position 12
Movable
Position 13
Movable
Position 14
Movable
Position 15
Movable
Position 16
Open
Position 17
BarreMovable
Position 18
BarreMovable
Position 19
BarreMovable
Position 20
BarreMovable
Position 21
BarreMovable
Position 22
BarreMovable
You can find more shapes in our all guitar chords online library. If you prefer a printable pdf, download the Free Guitar Chords Chart Pdf
Play This Chord With Other Roots
C 6 | D 6 | E 6 | F 6 | G 6 | A 6 | B 6 | C#6 | D#6 | F#6 | G#6 | A#6 | Ab6 | Bb6 | Db6 | Eb6 | Gb6
Chord tones in the Bb 6 chord
You can create any fingering you like on any part of the fretboard, just play some of the chord tones shown in the map below.