G#sus2 chord on guitar
G Sharp Suspended Second, also written Absus2. Notes: G#, A# and D#.
How to play G#sus2
- Put your index finger on the 3rd (G) string at fret 3 (A#).
- Put your middle finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 4 (G#).
- Put your ring finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 4 (D#).
- Put your pinky finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 4 (G#).
- Don't play the A and D strings: skip them or mute them with a fretting finger.
- Strum from the low E string down.
All 4 ways to play G#sus2
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Fret 3 position
EasyBarre at fret 6
HardBarre at fret 4
HardBarre at fret 11
HardNotes and theory
A sus2 chord replaces the third with a second, giving an open, airy sound that works in place of either the major or the minor chord. The formula is 1 2 5.
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Questions
What notes are in the G#sus2 chord?
G#sus2 (G sharp suspended second) is made of three notes: G# (root), A# (major second) and D# (perfect fifth).
How do you play G#sus2 on guitar?
The easiest G#sus2 is the "fret 3 position" shape. Put your index finger on the 3rd (G) string at fret 3 (A#). Put your middle finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 4 (G#). Put your ring finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 4 (D#).
Is G#sus2 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 4 fretted notes.
What does a suspended second chord sound like?
A sus2 chord replaces the third with a second, giving an open, airy sound that works in place of either the major or the minor chord.