Cm6 guitar chord
The Cm6 chord (C minor 6th) is built from the notes C, Eb, G and A, formula 1–b3–5–6.
- Notes
- C Eb G A
- Type
- minor 6th
- Level
- Barre chord
Fret 1Shape 1 of 3
x3121xHow to play Cm6
The easiest Cm6 shape is x3121x, 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 Cm6 chord?
Cm6 contains C, Eb, G and A. Its formula is 1–b3–5–6.
Is Cm6 hard to play on guitar?
It is harder than a basic open chord. The most common shape is x3121x.
What can I play instead of Cm6?
Cm is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Cm6 is too hard or too busy.