B minor sixth guitar chord (Bm6)
A minor sixth chord adds a major sixth to the minor chord. A mysterious color, typical of gypsy jazz and film music.
Positions and fingerings
Position 1 fret 1
Position 2 fret 6
Position 3 fret 9
× muted string · o open string · numbers: fingers (1 index, 2 middle, 3 ring, 4 pinky)
Chord notes
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| B | root |
| D | minor third |
| F♯ (F sharp) | perfect fifth |
| G♯ (G sharp) | major sixth |
Formula: 1 – b3 – 5 – 6 · B – D – F♯ – G♯
A progression with this chord
The minor sixth chord as the tonic, with the dominant chord.