B flat sixth guitar chord (Bb6)
Also written A#6 (A 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 1
Position 2 fret 6
× muted string · o open string · numbers: fingers (1 index, 2 middle, 3 ring, 4 pinky)
Chord notes
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| B♭ (B flat) | root |
| D | major third |
| F | perfect fifth |
| G | major sixth |
Formula: 1 – 3 – 5 – 6 · B♭ – D – F – G
A progression with this chord
The chord replaces the first degree of a pop progression to enrich it.