FretChords

G#6/C

G# 6 over C

Also known as:G#6/C
Notes
G#B#D#E#
Intervals

Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th

Formula

1 - 3 - 5 - 6

Family

Major Chords

Chord Voicings

42 different ways to play G#6/C

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EADGBe
Position 1

Position 1 ยท Inversion (bass C)

Difficulty

medium

Fret Span

3 frets

Fingering
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E A D G B e

Notes Played
G#B#D#E#

Common Progressions

Popular chord progressions featuring G#6/C

Classic Jazz ii-V-I

A#m7 - D#7 - G#6
Jazz

Pop Progression (I-V-vi-IV)

G# - D# - Fm - C#
Pop

Ballad (I-vi-IV-V)

G# - Fm - C# - D#
Ballad

Chord Tips

Practical tips to make G#6/C sound clean and effortless.

  • Use light pressure to keep notes clean and avoid extra noise.
  • For barre shapes, roll your index finger slightly on its side for better contact.
  • Mute 1 string with a light touch to keep the chord clean.
  • Aim for the bass note G# on the lowest string you play.

Practice Guide

Build clean tone and smooth transitions with these quick exercises.

Daily Checklist

  • Fret close to the metal and apply steady pressure to avoid buzzing.
  • Practice switching between G#6/C and A#m7 at a slow tempo.
  • Strum lightly, then increase volume once every note rings clean.
  • Use a metronome to keep timing consistent as you speed up.

Try This Progression

Use this progression to practice G#6/C in context:

A#m7 - D#7 - G#6

Start at a slow tempo, then increase the BPM once transitions feel smooth.