Ukulele · Baritone
E sixth · Open position
E6 baritone ukulele chord
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How to play E6 on baritone ukulele
The most common way, the first shape above: your middle finger on the D string at the 2nd fret, your index finger on the G string at the 1st fret and your ring finger on the B string at the 2nd fret. Let the E string ring open.
From the D string 2 1 2 0 (x: not played, 0: open)
What notes are in E6?
E6, E sixth, is E, G♯, B and C♯: the root (E), the major third (G♯), the perfect fifth (B) and the major sixth (C♯). Its formula is 1 3 5 6.
Which chord has the same notes as E6?
C♯m7. Both are E, G♯, B and C♯; which one you hear depends on the bass note.
Can I play E instead of E6?
Yes. E6 is E with C♯ added, a sweeter, older sound, heard in swing and early rock and roll.
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