C6 Banjo Chord — Chart and Tabs in Standard (Open G) Tuning

Short answer: C6 is a C Major 6 chord with the notes C, E, G, A. In Standard (Open G) tuning, there are 8 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: C maj6

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How to Play C6 on Banjo

C6, CM6, Cmaj6

Notes: C, E, G, A

0,10,9,10,10 (.2134)
x,10,9,8,7 (x4321)
0,10,9,10,x (.213x)
0,x,5,5,7 (.x123)
2,x,5,5,5 (1x234)
0,10,9,x,7 (.32x1)
9,10,x,8,7 (34x21)
9,x,5,8,7 (4x132)

Quick Summary

  • The C6 chord contains the notes: C, E, G, A
  • In Standard (Open G) tuning, there are 8 voicings available
  • Also written as: C maj6
  • Each diagram shows finger positions on the Banjo fretboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C6 chord on Banjo?

C6 is a C Major 6 chord. It contains the notes C, E, G, A. On Banjo in Standard (Open G) tuning, there are 8 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C6 on Banjo?

To play C6 on in Standard (Open G) tuning, use one of the 8 voicings shown above. Each diagram shows finger positions on the fretboard, with numbers indicating which fingers to use.

What notes are in the C6 chord?

The C6 chord contains the notes: C, E, G, A.

How many ways can you play C6 on Banjo?

In Standard (Open G) tuning, there are 8 voicings for the C6 chord. Each voicing uses a different position on the fretboard while playing the same notes: C, E, G, A.

What are other names for C6?

C6 is also known as C maj6. These are different notations for the same chord with the same notes: C, E, G, A.

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