Ab6 guitar chord
The Ab6 chord (Ab major 6th) is built from the notes Ab, C, Eb and F, formula 1–3–5–6.
- Notes
- Ab C Eb F
- Type
- major 6th
- Level
- Barre chord
Barre · fret 1Shape 1 of 3
431111How to play Ab6
The usual Ab6 shape is a barre chord: your index finger presses fret 1 across several strings (431111). Barre chords take practice, so start by getting each string to ring clearly before worrying about speed.
Sweet and slightly vintage, a favorite ending chord in swing and country.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Ab6 chord?
Ab6 contains Ab, C, Eb and F. Its formula is 1–3–5–6.
Is Ab6 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 431111.
What can I play instead of Ab6?
Ab is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Ab6 is too hard or too busy.