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
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How to Play Csus4
- 1Mute the low E string
- 2Place your index finger on fret 1 of the B and high E strings
- 3Place your ring finger on fret 3 of the A string
- 4Place your pinky finger on fret 3 of the D string
- 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.