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E minor sixth chord
The Em6 chord (minor sixth) is made of the notes E, G, B, C♯. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 ♭3 5 6.
Em6
Sixths · 4 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | E | Unison |
| ♭3 | G | Minor third |
| 5 | B | Perfect fifth |
| 6 | C♯ | Major sixth |
Inversions
- Em6E G B C♯Root position
- Em6/GG B C♯ EFirst inversion
- Em6/BB C♯ E GSecond inversion
- Em6/C♯C♯ E G BThird inversion
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the Em6 chord?
- The notes are E, G, B, C♯.
- What is the formula of the Em6 chord?
- The formula is 1 ♭3 5 6: minor third, perfect fifth, major sixth.
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