Accessible Page: Em6 Guitar Chord | How To Create and Play the E Minor Sixth chord

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Chord Shapes

There are 3 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Let the G string play without pressing any fret
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 2 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 2 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 2 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the D and B strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 6 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the A string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position uses open strings

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the D string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the A string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the B string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 9 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 9 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

E m6 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the E m6 chord, a rich and complex chord that is a member of the Minor Chords family. This chord is comprised of the notes E, G, B, and C#, and is built using the intervals 1, b3, 5, and 6. In music terminology, these intervals are known as the Root, Minor Third, Perfect Fifth, and Major Sixth, respectively.

Understanding the intervals that make up a chord is key to mastering guitar chords. If you're new to this concept, we recommend checking out our tutorial on building chords by stacking intervals which provides a comprehensive guide to this important aspect of guitar theory.

The E m6 chord, like other sixth guitar chords, has a distinctive sound that can add depth and complexity to your music. It's a step beyond the basic chords, making it a great addition to your repertoire if you're looking to expand your skills beyond the beginner level. You can learn more about this and other advanced chords in our intermediate guitar chord tutorial.

Learning to play the E m6 chord involves understanding its fretboard intervals and how these correspond to the tones that compose the chord. Our tutorial will provide clear chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to help you master this chord.

Finally, if you're interested in exploring more about guitar chords in general, our full tutorial on all types of guitar chords is a great resource. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, there's always something new to learn!

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