Gsus2 chord on guitar
G Suspended Second. Notes: G, A and D.
How to play Gsus2
- Put your index finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G).
- Put your middle finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 3 (D).
- Put your ring finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 3 (G).
- 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
Easier with a capo. Put a capo on fret 5 and play the Dsus2 shape. It sounds as Gsus2.
All 4 ways to play Gsus2
Easiest first. Tap play to hear each one.Open position
EasyBarre at fret 5
HardBarre at fret 7
HardBarre at fret 10
HardNotes and theory
Groot
A2 · major second
D5 · perfect fifth
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.
More G chords
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Questions
What notes are in the Gsus2 chord?
Gsus2 (G suspended second) is made of three notes: G (root), A (major second) and D (perfect fifth).
How do you play Gsus2 on guitar?
The easiest Gsus2 is the "open position" shape. Put your index finger on the 6th (low E) string at fret 3 (G). Put your middle finger on the 2nd (B) string at fret 3 (D). Put your ring finger on the 1st (high E) string at fret 3 (G).
Is Gsus2 hard to play on guitar?
No. The easiest version is rated easy and uses 3 fretted notes plus open strings.
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.