A Sus2 Guitar Chord | Chord Charts and Voicings
Welcome to our tutorial on the A sus2 chord, a captivating member of the suspended chords family. This chord, like other suspended chords, does not include the third, giving it a unique, open sound that can add depth and intrigue to your guitar playing.
The A sus2 chord is composed of the notes A, B, and E. The intervals that build this chord are the 1 (Root), 2 (Major Second), and 5 (Perfect Fifth). These intervals give the chord its distinctive sound and feeling. For a deeper understanding of these intervals and how they relate to chord construction, you might want to check out our tutorial about fretboard intervals.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, learning to play the A sus2 chord can add a new dimension to your playing. Our tutorial will provide you with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that clearly show the tones composing the chord. If you're interested in learning more about how to denote chords depending on the intervals that compose it, our tutorial on chord notation can be a great resource.
By the end of this tutorial, you'll not only be able to play the A sus2 chord, but you'll also have a deeper understanding of chord construction and the role of intervals in creating unique sounds. For a comprehensive understanding of all types of guitar chords, you might find our full tutorial about guitar chords useful.
So, let's dive in and explore the fascinating world of the A sus2 chord!
Notes of the A sus2 chord:
ABE
Tones in the Suspended Second chord:
Asus2 Guitar Chord Voicings
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Position 1
Open
Position 2
Open
Position 3
Open
Position 4
BarreOpen
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Play This Chord With Other Roots
C sus2 | D sus2 | E sus2 | F sus2 | G sus2 | A sus2 | B sus2 | C#sus2 | D#sus2 | F#sus2 | G#sus2 | A#sus2 | Absus2 | Bbsus2 | Dbsus2 | Ebsus2 | Gbsus2
Create your A sus2 chord shapes
You can create any fingering you like on any part of the fretboard, just play some of the chord tones shown in the map below.