E6 Ukulele
Learn the E Major 6 (E6) chord on ukulele: notes (E, G♯, B, C♯), intervals, fingering, diagram, and an interactive audio tool.
Quick answer
E6 contains E, G♯, B, C♯. Bright, gentle, and a little nostalgic.
Positions
Main shape
- 4 string G
- Fret 4 · finger 1
- 3 string C
- Fret 4 · finger 1
- 2 string E
- Fret 4 · finger 1
- 1 string A
- Fret 4 · finger 1
Position 2
- 4 string G
- Fret 6 · finger 1
- 3 string C
- Fret 8 · finger 4
- 2 string E
- Fret 7 · finger 2
- 1 string A
- Fret 7 · finger 3
Notes
- ERoot
- G♯Major 3rd
- BPerfect 5th
- C♯Major 6th
Intervals
Root · Major 3rd · Perfect 5th · Major 6th
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in E6?
E · G♯ · B · C♯
Which scales contain every note in E6?
E Major · E Major Pentatonic · E Mixolydian
The song key and surrounding chords determine which compatible choice fits in context.