C sharp sixth guitar chord (C#6)
Also written Db6 (D flat 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 9
× muted string · o open string · numbers: fingers (1 index, 2 middle, 3 ring, 4 pinky)
Chord notes
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| C♯ (C sharp) | root |
| E♯ (E sharp) | major third |
| G♯ (G sharp) | perfect fifth |
| A♯ (A sharp) | major sixth |
Formula: 1 – 3 – 5 – 6 · C♯ – E♯ – G♯ – A♯
A progression with this chord
The chord replaces the first degree of a pop progression to enrich it.