Gmaj7sus2 chord on guitar
G Major Seventh Suspended Second. Notes: G, A, D and F#.
How to play Gmaj7sus2
- Put your index finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 2 (F#).
- Put your middle finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G).
- Put your ring finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 3 (D).
- Let the open A, D and G strings ring.
- Strum from the low E string down.
Lowest note: G (the root)Strings played: 6 of 6Other voicings: 3 below
All 4 ways to play Gmaj7sus2
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyOpen position
EasyBarre at fret 2
MediumBarre at fret 2
MediumNotes and theory
Groot
A2 · major second
D5 · perfect fifth
F#7 · major seventh
The maj7sus2 swaps the third of a major seventh for a second, an open, ambient sound. The formula is 1 2 5 7.
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Questions
What notes are in the Gmaj7sus2 chord?
Gmaj7sus2 (G major seventh suspended second) is made of four notes: G (root), A (major second), D (perfect fifth) and F# (major seventh).
How do you play Gmaj7sus2 on guitar?
The easiest Gmaj7sus2 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 2 (F#). Put your middle finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G). Put your ring finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 3 (D).
Is Gmaj7sus2 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes plus open strings.
What does a major seventh suspended second chord sound like?
The maj7sus2 swaps the third of a major seventh for a second, an open, ambient sound.