C6 5-String Guitar Chord — Chart and Tabs in Open G (Keith Richards) Tuning

Short answer: C6 is a C Major 6 chord with the notes C, E, G, A. In Open G (Keith Richards) tuning, there are 24 voicings. See the fingering diagrams below.

Also known as: C maj6

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How to Play C6 on 5-String Guitar

C6, CM6, Cmaj6

Notes: C, E, G, A

Quick Summary

• The C6 chord contains the notes: C, E, G, A
• In Open G (Keith Richards) tuning, there are 24 voicings available
• Also written as: C maj6
• Each diagram shows finger positions on the 5-String Guitar fretboard

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the C6 chord on 5-String Guitar?

C6 is a C Major 6 chord. It contains the notes C, E, G, A. On 5-String Guitar in Open G (Keith Richards) tuning, there are 24 ways to play this chord.

How do you play C6 on 5-String Guitar?

To play C6 on in Open G (Keith Richards) tuning, use one of the 24 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 5-String Guitar?

In Open G (Keith Richards) tuning, there are 24 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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