Bb Suspended 2nd Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: Bb - C - F
Formula: 1 - 2 - 5
Intervals: Root, Major 2nd, Perfect 5th
Quick answer
The Bbsus2 guitar chord is played as x-1-3-3-1-1 from low E to high E and uses the notes Bb, C, F.
- Fret pattern
- x-1-3-3-1-1
- Chord notes
- Bb, C, F
- Formula
- 1 - 2 - 5
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How to Play Bbsus2
- 1Mute the low E string
- 2Barre your index finger across fret 1 (A, B, high E strings)
- 3Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the D string
- 4Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the G string
About Suspended 2nd Chords
The 3rd is replaced by the 2nd, creating an open, ambiguous sound that is neither major nor minor. Suspended 2nd chords are popular in modern rock, pop, and ambient music.
Bb Suspended 2nd Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the Bb Suspended 2nd guitar chord?
The Bb Suspended 2nd guitar chord uses the notes Bb, C, F.
How do you play Bbsus2 on guitar?
Play the Bbsus2 guitar chord with the x-1-3-3-1-1 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Barre your index finger across fret 1 (A, B, high E strings) Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the D string Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the G string
What is the formula for Bb Suspended 2nd?
The Bb Suspended 2nd formula is 1 - 2 - 5: Root, Major 2nd, Perfect 5th.