Ab Major 6
Notes:Ab – C – Eb – F
Formula:Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals:1-3-5-6
Notes
Ab Major 6 Inversions
| Position | Notes |
|---|---|
| Root Position | Ab4 – C5 – Eb5 – F5 |
| 1st Inversion | C5 – Eb5 – F5 – Ab5 |
| 2nd Inversion | Eb5 – F5 – Ab5 – C6 |
| 3rd Inversion | Ab4 – C5 – Eb5 – F4 |
Key Signature
The key of Ab Major 6 has 4 flats: B♭, E♭, A♭, D♭.
B♭E♭A♭D♭
Theory: Intervals
Formula: Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th
Intervals: 1-3-5-6
The Ab Major 6 is built by stacking intervals from the root note. The formula Root - Major 3rd - Perfect 5th - Major 6th describes the scale degrees used. The intervals 1-3-5-6 show the distance between each note in the chord.
Ab Major 6 — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the Ab Major 6 chord?
Ab6 contains: Ab, C, Eb, F. Major triad with major sixth.
How does Ab6 differ from Abmaj7?
Ab6 has F (sixth). Abmaj7 has G (seventh).
How does Ab6 differ from Fm7?
Same notes, different root.
How is Ab6 used?
Vintage jazz, R&B, gospel. Ab is a popular vocal key.
What songs use Major 6th?
Swing, R&B, gospel.
Can I substitute Ab6 for Ab Major?
Yes.
Practice Tips
- Play Ab Major then add F.
- Ab6 and Fm7 same notes.
- Popular in R&B and gospel.
- Vintage jazz tonic.
- Compare with Abmaj7.
- Warm, sweet colour.