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C major sixth chord
The C6 chord (major sixth) is made of the notes C, E, G, A. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5 6.
C6
Sixths · 4 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C | Unison |
| 3 | E | Major third |
| 5 | G | Perfect fifth |
| 6 | A | Major sixth |
Inversions
- C6C E G ARoot position
- C6/EE G A CFirst inversion
- C6/GG A C ESecond inversion
- C6/AA C E GThird inversion
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the C6 chord?
- The notes are C, E, G, A.
- What is the formula of the C6 chord?
- The formula is 1 3 5 6: major third, perfect fifth, major sixth.
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