G Suspended 4th Guitar Chord Chart

Notes: G - C - D

Formula: 1 - 4 - 5

Intervals: Root, Perfect 4th, Perfect 5th

Quick answer

The Gsus4 guitar chord is played as 3-5-5-5-3-3 from low E to high E and uses the notes G, C, D.

Fret pattern
3-5-5-5-3-3
Chord notes
G, C, D
Formula
1 - 4 - 5

Gsus4

Standard

How to Play Gsus4

  1. 1Barre your index finger across fret 3 (low E, B, high E strings)
  2. 2Place your middle finger on fret 5 of the A string
  3. 3Place your ring finger on fret 5 of the D string
  4. 4Place your pinky finger on fret 5 of the G 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.

G Suspended 4th Guitar Chord FAQ

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

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

How do you play Gsus4 on guitar?

Play the Gsus4 guitar chord with the 3-5-5-5-3-3 fret pattern from low E to high E. Barre your index finger across fret 3 (low E, B, high E strings) Place your middle finger on fret 5 of the A string Place your ring finger on fret 5 of the D string Place your pinky finger on fret 5 of the G string

What is the formula for G Suspended 4th?

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

G Suspended 4th on Other Instruments

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