Eb6 chord (Eb6) on guitar and piano

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The Eb6 / D#6 chord (Eb6) is made of the notes Eb, G, Bb and C. It is built from the root Eb with a major third, a perfect fifth and a major sixth.
The sixth chord adds a warm color to the major chord; it is often heard as a final chord in jazz and swing.

Eb6

Notes: Eb – G – Bb – C
Guitar — positions on the neck
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Piano — root position and inversions
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Fingerings and positions

On guitar, this chord can be played in 3 ways along the neck. It is most often played with a barre. Example fingering (from the low E string to the high E string, x = muted string): xx1313. On piano, the right hand plays 4 notes, in root position or in an inversion.

Notes and intervals

Note
Interval
Eb
root
G
major third
Bb
perfect fifth
C
major sixth

Neighbouring chords

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Frequently asked questions

What are the notes of the Eb6 chord?

The notes of the Eb6 chord (Eb6) are Eb, G, Bb and C.

How do you play the Eb6 chord on guitar?

On guitar, this chord can be played in 3 ways along the neck. It is most often played with a barre. Example fingering (from the low E string to the high E string, x = muted string): xx1313.

How is the Eb6 chord built?

The Eb6 / D#6 chord (Eb6) is made of the notes Eb, G, Bb and C. It is built from the root Eb with a major third, a perfect fifth and a major sixth.

Are Eb and D# the same chord?

Yes: Eb and D# are the same note (they are called enharmonic), so Eb6 / D#6 is played exactly the same way, with the same fingerings.