Guitar E6 chord diagram
E6 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play E6, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play E6, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string fret 1. Place middle finger on A string fret 2. Place ring finger on D string fret 2. Place pinky on B string fret 2.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and A string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- To play E6 cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (A string, D string, G string, and B string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- E - G# - B - C#
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 6
- Chord Type
- Sixth — smooth and nostalgic
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play E6 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar E6 chord diagramx-2-2-1-2-x
Guitar E6 chord diagramx-2-2-4-2-4
Guitar E6 chord diagramx-4-2-4-2-4
Guitar E6 chord diagramx-2-2-1-2-4
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to E6, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. E6 → C#m/B | D♭m/B chord transition
To move from E6 to C#m/B | D♭m/B, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on B string fret 2.
2. E6 → Eadd9 chord transition
To move from E6 to Eadd9, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
- Lift your pinky from B string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
3. E6 → Am/B chord transition
To move from E6 to Am/B, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
- Slide your pinky from B string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
4. E6 → E chord transition
To move from E6 to E, follow these steps:
- While playing E6, lift your pinky from B string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
5. E6 → Am/F# chord transition
To move from E6 to Am/F#, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from A string fret 2 to E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 2.
- Lift your pinky from B string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
6. E6 → B7 chord transition
To move from E6 to B7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 1 and place it on D string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from D string fret 2 to G string fret 2.
- Lift your pinky from B string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from E6 across songs on this site.
1. E6 → D chord transition
To move from E6 to D, follow these steps:
- While playing E6, lift your pinky from B string fret 2.
- Slide your index finger on G string from fret 1 to fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from A string fret 2 to E string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 2 and place it on B string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing E6 use the transition to D at 100%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E6 easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar E6 is generally intermediate. It spans 2 frets. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play E6?
There is a simpler alternative for E6 on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-2-2-1-2-4. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.