E minor sixth guitar chord (Em6)
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 open position
Position 2 fret 2
Position 3 fret 6
× muted string · o open string · numbers: fingers (1 index, 2 middle, 3 ring, 4 pinky)
Chord notes
| Note | Interval |
|---|---|
| E | root |
| G | minor third |
| B | perfect fifth |
| C♯ (C sharp) | major sixth |
Formula: 1 – b3 – 5 – 6 · E – G – B – C♯
A progression with this chord
The minor sixth chord as the tonic, with the dominant chord.