Csus2sus4 guitar chord (C Suspended 2nd, Suspended 4th)

Symbols: sus2sus4

Steps: 1-2-4-5

Notes: C-D-F-G

The C 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 sus2sus4" chord, each featuring finger placements and an audio sample.

Variation 1
Csus2sus4 guitar chord - variation 1
  • Place a barre using your index finger on the 3rd fret from the 1st to the 5th strings
  • Use your pinky to press the G (3rd) string down on the 5th fret
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 5th string

Variation 2
Csus2sus4 guitar chord - variation 2
  • Press down on the E (1st) string at the 10th fret using your pinky
  • Barre the 8th fret with your index finger, extending over the 2nd to the 6th strings
  • Position your ring finger on the G (3rd) string at the 10th fret and press down
  • With your middle finger, press down on the D (4th) string at the 10th fret
  • To play the chord, strum all the strings

Variation 3
Csus2sus4 guitar chord - variation 3
  • Apply a barre with your index finger across the 10th fret, covering the 1st to the 4th strings
  • Stretch out your pinky to the 13th fret of the B (2nd) string and press down
  • Now, strum all the strings starting from the 4th string

Other C Chords

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Other Suspended 2nd, Suspended 4th Chords