F#/Gbsus2 guitar chord (F#/Gb Suspended 2nd)

Symbols: sus2

Steps: 1-2-5

Notes: F#-G#-C#

The F#/Gb suspended 2nd chord is a refreshing alternative to standard major or minor chords. Featuring the notes F#, G# and C# (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 "F#/Gb sus2" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1

F#/Gbsus2 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Barre the 4th fret with your index finger, extending over the 1st to the 4th strings
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 7th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
  • Position your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 6th fret and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 2

F#/Gbsus2 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Apply a barre with your index finger across the 9th fret, covering the 1st to the 5th strings
  • Position your pinky on the G (3rd) string at the 11th fret and press down
  • With your ring finger, press down on the D (4th) string at the 11th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string