How to play C 6th on ukulele
These shapes are for standard GCEA tuning. The first is the easiest, and the others sit in different positions on the neck. Playing in another tuning? Pick it above the diagrams and the shapes are redrawn for it.
Shape 1: 0000
- Let the 4th, 3rd, 2nd, 1st strings ring open.
Shape 2: 5000
- Press the 4th string (G) at fret 5.
- Let the 3rd, 2nd, 1st strings ring open.
The numbers in the shape name list the fret for each string from the string nearest your face to the highest, with x meaning that string is not played and 0 meaning it rings open.
Notes in C 6th
| Note | Role |
|---|---|
| C | 1 (root) |
| E | 3 |
| G | 5 |
| A | 6 |
The formula for C 6th (major 6) is 1 3 5 6: take the root, then the scale degrees listed.
When to use C6
Major 6th chords sound warm and slightly old-fashioned. They are common in jazz, swing, country and as a gentle ending chord.
Other C chords
C, Cm, C7, Cmaj7, Cm7, Csus2, Csus4, C°, C+, Cadd9, Cø7
Other 6th chords on ukulele
D♭6, D6, E♭6, E6, F6, F♯6, G6, A♭6, A6, B♭6, B6
Frequently asked questions
How do you play C 6th on ukulele?
The easiest C6 shape on ukulele is 0000 (Let the 4th, 3rd, 2nd, 1st strings ring open.)
What notes are in C 6th?
C 6th (C6) contains the notes C E G A. The formula is 1 3 5 6.
How many ukulele shapes are there for C6?
There are many. This page shows 2 common ones at different positions, easiest first. Moving a barre shape up the neck gives the same chord type on other roots.
See C 6th on guitar, check its notes in the chord finder, or transpose a whole song with the chord transposer. Browse the full ukulele chord library.