C#/Dbsus2 guitar chord (C#/Db Suspended 2nd)

Symbols: sus2

Steps: 1-2-5

Notes: C#-D#-G#

The C#/Db suspended 2nd chord is a refreshing alternative to standard major or minor chords. Featuring the notes C#, D# and G# (root, second, and fifth), it creates a light and open sound with a sense of movement. This chord is great for adding brightness and flexibility to progressions. Below, you'll find two variations how to play the "C#/Db sus2" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

C#/Dbsus2 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Barre the 4th fret with your index finger, extending over the 1st to the 5th strings
  • Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 6th fret using your pinky
  • Position your ring finger on the D (4th) string at the 6th fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 2

C#/Dbsus2 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 11th fret from the 1st to the 4th strings
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 14th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
  • Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 13th fret using your ring finger
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string