Ukulele C6 chord diagram
C6 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On Ukulelearn, this chord appears in 3 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play C6, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play C6, follow these steps: Strum all strings open.
Tips
- To play C6 cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings () 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
- C - E - G - A
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - 6
- Chord Type
- Sixth — smooth and nostalgic
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play C6 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele C6 chord diagram2-4-3-3
Ukulele C6 chord diagram5-4-5-3
Ukulele C6 chord diagram2-4-5-3
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to C6, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. C6 → Am7 chord transition
To move from C6 to Am7, follow these steps:
2. C6 → A7 chord transition
To move from C6 to A7, follow these steps:
- Place index finger on C string fret 1.
3. C6 → C7 chord transition
To move from C6 to C7, follow these steps:
- Place index finger on A string fret 1.
4. C6 → Fadd9 chord transition
To move from C6 to Fadd9, follow these steps:
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
5. C6 → Am chord transition
To move from C6 to Am, follow these steps:
- Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
6. C6 → Cmaj7 chord transition
To move from C6 to Cmaj7, follow these steps:
- Place middle finger on A string fret 2.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from C6 across songs on this site.
1. C6 → G7 chord transition
To move from C6 to G7, follow these steps:
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on C string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing C6 use the transition to G7 at 32.7%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. C6 → Dm7 chord transition
To move from C6 to Dm7, follow these steps:
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing C6 use the transition to Dm7 at 16.3%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
3. C6 → Dm chord transition
To move from C6 to Dm, follow these steps:
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
- Place middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on C string fret 2.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing C6 use the transition to Dm at 12.2%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
4. C6 → D7 chord transition
To move from C6 to D7, follow these steps:
- Place index finger on G string fret 2.
- Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
On Ukulelearn, songs containing C6 use the transition to D7 at 8.2%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using C6 Chord
Popular songs that feature the C6 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the C6 chord on Ukulele?
Ukulele C6 is easy to start with. The shape covers 1 frets. Short daily repetitions will make transitions smoother.
Is there a simpler voicing for C6?
You can try an easier Ukulele voicing for C6. The alternative voicing uses fingering 2-4-5-3. Use this shape first, then return to the full form as control improves.
What are the most common chord changes from C6 on Ukulele?
Ukulele progressions often pair C6 with G7 and Dm7. Based on our catalog data, C6 -> G7 is tracked 16 times across 1 songs (32.7% share), while C6 -> Dm7 appears 8 times across 1 songs (16.3% share).
Can you name songs that feature C6?
In our catalog, Bobby Darin - Mack The Knife Ukulele Chords is one of 3 songs that include the C6 chord.