C6 5-string bass chord

How to play C6 on 5-string bass

The most common way, the first shape above: your index finger on the B string at the 1st fret, your ring finger on the D string at the 2nd fret and your little finger on the G string at the 2nd fret. Let the E and A strings ring open.

From the B string 1 0 0 2 2 (x: not played, 0: open)

What notes are in C6?

C6, C sixth, is C, E, G and A: the root (C), the major third (E), the perfect fifth (G) and the major sixth (A). Its formula is 1 3 5 6.

Which chord has the same notes as C6?

Am7. Both are C, E, G and A; which one you hear depends on the bass note.

Can I play C instead of C6?

Yes. C6 is C with A added, a sweeter, older sound, heard in swing and early rock and roll.