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
Chord boxes are sorted from the easiest to the hardest. Learn how to read chord diagrams.
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.