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A major sixth chord
The A6 chord (major sixth) is made of the notes A, C♯, E, F♯. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5 6.
A6
Sixths · 4 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Unison |
| 3 | C♯ | Major third |
| 5 | E | Perfect fifth |
| 6 | F♯ | Major sixth |
Inversions
- A6A C♯ E F♯Root position
- A6/C♯C♯ E F♯ AFirst inversion
- A6/EE F♯ A C♯Second inversion
- A6/F♯F♯ A C♯ EThird inversion
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the A6 chord?
- The notes are A, C♯, E, F♯.
- What is the formula of the A6 chord?
- The formula is 1 3 5 6: major third, perfect fifth, major sixth.
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