E Suspended 2nd Guitar Chord

Notes: E - F# - B

Formula: 1 - 2 - 5

Intervals: Root, Major 2nd, Perfect 5th

Esus2

Standard

Esus2

7×
A Shape (Fret 7)

How to Play Esus2

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

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.

E Suspended 2nd on Other Instruments

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Other E Chords

EEmE7Emaj7Em7EdimEaugEm6Esus4Eadd9E6E9

Other Suspended 2nd Chords

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