A flat sixth guitar chord (Ab6)
Also written G#6 (G sharp sixth)
A sixth chord adds a major sixth to the major chord. A sweet, slightly vintage sound, common in gypsy jazz, swing and country.
Positions and fingerings
Position 1 fret 4
Position 2 fret 11
× muted string · o open string · numbers: fingers (1 index, 2 middle, 3 ring, 4 pinky)
Chord notes
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| A♭ (A flat) | root |
| C | major third |
| E♭ (E flat) | perfect fifth |
| F | major sixth |
Formula: 1 – 3 – 5 – 6 · A♭ – C – E♭ – F
A progression with this chord
The chord replaces the first degree of a pop progression to enrich it.