D7sus4 guitar chord (D Dominant 7th Suspended 4th)

Symbols: 7sus4, 7sus

Steps: 1-4-5-b7

Notes: D-G-A-C

The D 7sus4 chord is a dominant seventh suspended fourth, featuring the notes D, G, A and C. This chord omits the third and instead includes the root, perfect fourth, perfect fifth, and minor seventh. The unique suspended quality adds a rich, unresolved sound to your playing, making it perfect for creating tension and drama in progressions. Below, you'll find four variations how to play the "D 7sus4" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

Position your pinky on the E (1st) string at the 3rd fret and press down
Place your index finger on the B (2nd) string at the 1st fret and press down
Press the G (3rd) string on the 2nd fret with your middle finger
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 2

Apply a barre with your index finger across the 5th fret, covering the 1st to the 5th strings
Stretch out your pinky to the 8th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
Use your ring finger to press the D (4th) string down on the 7th fret
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 3

Place a barre using your index finger on the 10th fret
Use your pinky to press the G (3rd) string down on the 12th fret
Press down on the A (5th) string at the 12th fret using your ring finger
Now, strum all the strings

Variation 4

Stretch out your pinky to the 15th fret of the E (1st) string and press down
Use your middle finger to press the B (2nd) string down on the 13th fret
Place your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 14th fret and press down
Press down on the D (4th) string at the 12th fret using your index finger
Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

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