C Suspended 4th Guitar Chord Chart

Notes: C - F - G

Formula: 1 - 4 - 5

Intervals: Root, Perfect 4th, Perfect 5th

Quick answer

The Csus4 guitar chord is played as x-3-3-0-1-1 from low E to high E and uses the notes C, F, G.

Fret pattern
x-3-3-0-1-1
Chord notes
C, F, G
Formula
1 - 4 - 5

Csus4

×
Standard

Csus4

8
E Shape (Fret 8)

Csus4

3×
A Shape (Fret 3)

How to Play Csus4

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

C Suspended 4th Guitar Chord FAQ

What notes are in the C Suspended 4th guitar chord?

The C Suspended 4th guitar chord uses the notes C, F, G.

How do you play Csus4 on guitar?

Play the Csus4 guitar chord with the x-3-3-0-1-1 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B and high E strings Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the A string Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the D string Play the G string open

What is the formula for C Suspended 4th?

The C Suspended 4th formula is 1 - 4 - 5: Root, Perfect 4th, Perfect 5th.

C Suspended 4th on Other Instruments

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