Bm6 guitar chord
The Bm6 chord (B minor 6th) is built from the notes B, D, F# and G#, formula 1–b3–5–6.
- Notes
- B D F# G#
- Type
- minor 6th
- Level
- Barre chord
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x20102How to play Bm6
The easiest Bm6 shape is x20102, starting around fret 1. 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 Bm6 chord?
Bm6 contains B, D, F# and G#. Its formula is 1–b3–5–6.
Is Bm6 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x20102.
What can I play instead of Bm6?
Bm is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Bm6 is too hard or too busy.