A# Minor 6th Bass Chord
All positions and voicings on the fretboard
A# Minor 6th filtered by fret:
No playable voicings found for this chord on bass. This chord type requires more notes than the bass guitar's 4 strings can voice. Try a simpler chord type.
A# Minor 6th — chord details
The A# Minor 6th chord is made up of the following notes: A#, C#, E#, F##.
Intervals: 1P, 3m, 5P, 6M.
The diagrams above show every voicing and chord variation for A# Minor 6th on bass guitar. Use the fret filter to narrow down voicings within a specific fret range — ideal for bass lines, chord fills, and double stops.
Note: A# is enharmonically equivalent to Bb. Chord shapes are the same.
A# minor sixth combines a minor triad with a major sixth — notes A#, C#, E#, F##, intervals 1P, 3m, 5P, 6M. This creates a bittersweet, sophisticated sound that is more complex than a plain minor chord. Minor sixths are essential in jazz standards, tango, and classic film noir soundtracks, offering an emotional nuance that blends sadness with a hint of elegance and sophistication.
How to Play A# Minor 6th
A# m6 can be voiced in multiple ways depending on your instrument and musical context. Experiment with different inversions and positions to find voicings that connect smoothly to surrounding chords in your progression.
A# Minor 6th in Progressions
A# minor sixth typically functions as a tonic minor chord in jazz, substituting for A# minor seventh. It is essential in minor-key jazz standards and Latin music, providing more character than a plain minor triad.
Common Substitutions
A#m7, Gm7b5, or A#m6/9 all work well, each offering a slightly different flavor of minor sophistication.
Difficulty: On guitar, this chord typically requires a barre — intermediate difficulty, but essential for playing in sharp keys.