G#/Absus2 guitar chord (G#/Ab Suspended 2nd)

Symbols: sus2

Steps: 1-2-5

Notes: G#-A#-D#

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

Variation 1

G#/Absus2 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Apply a barre with your index finger across the 6th fret, covering the 1st to the 4th strings
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 9th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
  • Use your ring finger to press the G (3rd) string down on the 8th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Variation 2

G#/Absus2 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 11th fret from the 1st to the 5th strings
  • Use your pinky to press the G (3rd) string down on the 13th fret
  • Press down on the D (4th) string at the 13th fret using your ring finger
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string