F6 5-string bass chord

How to play F6 on 5-string bass

The most common way, the first shape above: your index finger on the B string at the 1st fret and your middle finger on the E string at the 1st fret. Let the A and D strings ring open. Don’t play the G string.

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

What notes are in F6?

F6, F sixth, is F, A, C and D: the root (F), the major third (A), the perfect fifth (C) and the major sixth (D). Its formula is 1 3 5 6.

Which chord has the same notes as F6?

Dm7. Both are F, A, C and D; which one you hear depends on the bass note.

Can I play F instead of F6?

Yes. F6 is F with D added, a sweeter, older sound, heard in swing and early rock and roll.