Abm6 guitar chord

The Abm6 chord (Ab minor 6th) is built from the notes Ab, Cb, Eb and F, formula 1–b3–5–6.

Notes
Ab Cb Eb F
Type
minor 6th
Level
Barre chord
OpenShape 1 of 4
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42340x

How to play Abm6

The easiest Abm6 shape is 42340x, starting around fret 2. Mute any strings marked x so only chord tones sound.

Bittersweet, with a film-noir or bossa nova color.

Other ways to play it

Questions

What notes are in the Abm6 chord?

Abm6 contains Ab, Cb, Eb and F. Its formula is 1–b3–5–6.

Is Abm6 hard to play on guitar?

It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is 42340x.

What can I play instead of Abm6?

Abm is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Abm6 is too hard or too busy.