Bb Suspended 4th Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: Bb - Eb - F
Formula: 1 - 4 - 5
Intervals: Root, Perfect 4th, Perfect 5th
Quick answer
The Bbsus4 guitar chord is played as x-1-3-3-4-1 from low E to high E and uses the notes Bb, Eb, F.
- Fret pattern
- x-1-3-3-4-1
- Chord notes
- Bb, Eb, F
- Formula
- 1 - 4 - 5
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How to Play Bbsus4
- 1Mute the low E string
- 2Place your index finger on fret 1 of the A and high E strings
- 3Place your middle finger on fret 3 of the D string
- 4Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the G string
- 5Place your pinky finger on fret 4 of the B string
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.
Bb Suspended 4th Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the Bb Suspended 4th guitar chord?
The Bb Suspended 4th guitar chord uses the notes Bb, Eb, F.
How do you play Bbsus4 on guitar?
Play the Bbsus4 guitar chord with the x-1-3-3-4-1 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Place your index finger on fret 1 of the A and high E strings Place your middle finger on fret 3 of the D string Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the G string Place your pinky finger on fret 4 of the B string
What is the formula for Bb Suspended 4th?
The Bb Suspended 4th formula is 1 - 4 - 5: Root, Perfect 4th, Perfect 5th.