C#/Dbsus2sus4 guitar chord (C#/Db Suspended 2nd, Suspended 4th)

Symbols: sus2sus4

Steps: 1-2-4-5

Notes: C#-D#-F#-G#

The C#/Db sus2sus4 chord blends the suspended 2nd and suspended 4th intervals, creating an intriguing suspended sound. Its notes C#, D#, F# and G# offer a fresh, open harmony that can be used in various genres, including rock and folk. Below, you'll find three variations how to play the "C#/Db sus2sus4" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

C#/Dbsus2sus4 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Apply a barre with your index finger across the 4th fret, covering the 1st to the 5th strings
  • Place your pinky on the G (3rd) string at the 6th fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 2

C#/Dbsus2sus4 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Use your pinky to press the E (1st) string down on the 11th fret
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 9th fret from the 2nd to the 6th strings
  • Press down on the G (3rd) string at the 11th fret using your ring finger
  • Position your middle finger on the D (4th) string at the 11th fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings

Variation 3

C#/Dbsus2sus4 guitar chord - variation 3
  • Barre the 11th fret with your index finger, extending over the 1st to the 4th strings
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 14th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string