Banjo · Open D
B sixth · Open position
B6 banjo chord
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How to play B6 on banjo
The most common way, the first shape above: lay your index finger flat across the four strings from the low D to the high D at the 1st fret, your middle finger on the F♯ string at the 2nd fret and your ring finger on the A string at the 2nd fret. Let the short F♯ string ring open.
From the short F♯ string 0 1 2 2 1 (x: not played, 0: open)
What notes are in B6?
B6, B sixth, is B, D♯, F♯ and G♯: the root (B), the major third (D♯), the perfect fifth (F♯) and the major sixth (G♯). Its formula is 1 3 5 6.
Which chord has the same notes as B6?
G♯m7. Both are B, D♯, F♯ and G♯; which one you hear depends on the bass note.
Can I play B instead of B6?
Yes. B6 is B with G♯ added, a sweeter, older sound, heard in swing and early rock and roll.
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