A Suspended 4th Guitar Chord

Notes: A - D - E

Formula: 1 - 4 - 5

Intervals: Root, Perfect 4th, Perfect 5th

Asus4

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Standard

Asus4

5
E Shape (Fret 5)

How to Play Asus4

  1. 1Mute the low E string
  2. 2Place your index finger on fret 2 of the D string
  3. 3Place your middle finger on fret 2 of the G string
  4. 4Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the B string
  5. 5Play the A, high E strings open

About Suspended 4th Chords

The 3rd is replaced by the 4th, creating tension that wants to resolve back to a major or minor chord. Suspended 4th chords are one of the most common embellishments in pop and rock.

A Suspended 4th on Other Instruments

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Other A Chords

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Other Suspended 4th Chords

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