C6 Sixth
The C6 chord is built from the notes C – E – G – A.
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Also known as
Cma6Cmaj6
Chord tones, one by one
CRoot
Root
The fundamental note the chord is built on — C.
EThird
Major third
Four semitones — makes the chord major (brighter, happier).
GFifth
Perfect fifth
Seven semitones — the most stable interval, reinforces the root.
ASixth
Major sixth
Nine semitones — a major 6th. Adds a sweet, nostalgic color without the seventh's tension (6, m6).
🎼 Related scales
🎹 Modal analysis
This chord implies the Ionian (major) scale; its characteristic note is the perfect 4th, what sets it apart from Lydian.
🎸 Genres
Pop · Classical · Gospel