Guitar Gm6 chord diagram
Gm6 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 2 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Gm6, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Gm6, follow these steps: Place index finger on D string fret 2. Place middle finger on E string fret 3. Place ring finger on G string fret 3. Place pinky on B string and E string fret 3.
Tips
- Place D string with your index finger and E string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On D string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- G - A# - D - E
- Intervals
- 1 - b3 - 5 - 6
- Chord Type
- Minor 6 — wistful and rich
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Gm6 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Gm6 chord diagramx-1-2-3-3-3
Guitar Gm6 chord diagramx-x-2-3-3-3
Guitar Gm6 chord diagramx-5-5-3-5-3
Guitar Gm6 chord diagramx-1-2-x-3-3
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Gm6, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Gm6 → C7/G chord transition
To move from Gm6 to C7/G, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on D string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from B string fret 3 to G string fret 3.
2. Gm6 → Dm/C chord transition
To move from Gm6 to Dm/C, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 3 to A string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on D string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on B string fret 3.
3. Gm6 → A# | B♭ chord transition
To move from Gm6 to A# | B♭, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 3 to D string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on B string fret 3.
4. Gm6 → A#m/B | B♭m/B chord transition
To move from Gm6 to A#m/B | B♭m/B, follow these steps:
- While playing Gm6, lift your pinky from B string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 3 to D string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on G string fret 3.
5. Gm6 → Cmaj7 chord transition
To move from Gm6 to Cmaj7, follow these steps:
- While playing Gm6, lift your pinky from B string fret 3.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
6. Gm6 → Gm7 chord transition
To move from Gm6 to Gm7, follow these steps:
- While playing Gm6, first lift your index finger and pinky.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on D string fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Gm6 across songs on this site.
1. Gm6 → F chord transition
To move from Gm6 to F, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from D string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 3 to G string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from G string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from B string fret 3 to D string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Gm6 use the transition to F at 75%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. Gm6 → A7 chord transition
To move from Gm6 to A7, follow these steps:
- While playing Gm6, first lift your ring finger and pinky.
- Keep index finger on D string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 3 and place it on B string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing Gm6 use the transition to A7 at 25%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using Gm6 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Gm6 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gm6 easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar Gm6 is generally intermediate. It spans 2 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play Gm6?
There is a simpler alternative for Gm6 on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-1-2-x-3-3. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from Gm6 on Guitar?
Guitar Gm6 commonly moves to F and A7. Based on our catalog data, Gm6 to F is recorded 3 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 75% of outgoing Gm6 transitions. Gm6 to A7 is recorded 1 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 25%.
What songs use the Gm6 chord?
Bing Crosby - Brother Can You Spare A Dime Chords is one of 2 songs that use the Gm6 chord.