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D major sixth chord
The D6 chord (major sixth) is made of the notes D, F♯, A, B. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 3 5 6.
D6
Sixths · 4 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | D | Unison |
| 3 | F♯ | Major third |
| 5 | A | Perfect fifth |
| 6 | B | Major sixth |
Inversions
- D6D F♯ A BRoot position
- D6/F♯F♯ A B DFirst inversion
- D6/AA B D F♯Second inversion
- D6/BB D F♯ AThird inversion
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the D6 chord?
- The notes are D, F♯, A, B.
- What is the formula of the D6 chord?
- The formula is 1 3 5 6: major third, perfect fifth, major sixth.
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