Ebm6 guitar chord

The Ebm6 chord (Eb minor 6th) is built from the notes Eb, Gb, Bb and C, formula 1–b3–5–6.

Notes
Eb Gb Bb C
Type
minor 6th
Level
Barre chord
Fret 1Shape 1 of 3
××1423EbBbCGb
xx1312

How to play Ebm6

The easiest Ebm6 shape is xx1312, starting around fret 1. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.

Bittersweet, with a film-noir or bossa nova color.

Other ways to play it

Questions

What notes are in the Ebm6 chord?

Ebm6 contains Eb, Gb, Bb and C. Its formula is 1–b3–5–6.

Is Ebm6 hard to play on guitar?

It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is xx1312.

What can I play instead of Ebm6?

Ebm is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Ebm6 is too hard or too busy.