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E6

E Major 6th — Ukulele Chord

1 voicingIntermediate

Available Tunings

Other E Chords

EEmE7Emaj7Em7EdimEaugEsus2

Other Major 6th Chords

C6C♯6D6D♯6F6F♯6G6G♯6

How to Play E6 on Ukulele

The E6 chord is a major 6th chord rooted on the note E. Major 6th chords sound warm, nostalgic, and vintage. Tap the diagram above to hear how it sounds with realistic ukulele tone.

Expanding from E6

Once you're comfortable with E6, try exploring other chords built on the same root note. E, Em, E7, Emaj7 all share the note E as their foundation but add different harmonic colors. Switching between related chords is a great way to train your ear and expand your musical vocabulary. Practice chord changes at a steady tempo with the metronome, and explore ukulele scales to understand the theory behind these chords.