Accessible Page: A Sus4 Guitar Chord: Fretboard Charts & Variations

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Chord Shapes

There are 4 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Let the high E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the D and G strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 3 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position uses open strings

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 5 of the B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 7 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 7 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position uses open strings

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the D string
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 9 of the G string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 10 of the B string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 10 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

Position 4

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the A string play without pressing any fret
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the D and G strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 3 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position uses open strings

A sus4 Description

Welcome to our deep-dive tutorial on the A sus4 chord. As a member of the suspended chords family, the A sus4 chord has a unique sound that sets it apart from major and minor chords. This chord is composed of three notes: A, D, and E, and is built using the 1, 4, and 5 intervals, also known as the Root, Perfect Fourth, and Perfect Fifth.

If you're new to the concept of intervals, they are the building blocks of chords. Each note in a chord corresponds to a specific interval, which determines its position and role within the chord. For a comprehensive guide on intervals, check out our fretboard intervals tutorial.

The A sus4 chord, like all suspended chords, lacks a third. This gives it a certain ambiguity and openness, making it a versatile chord that can be used in various musical contexts.

Learning to play the A sus4 chord involves understanding its structure and practicing its various fretboard patterns. This tutorial will guide you through the process, providing chord diagrams and fretboard patterns to help you visualize and master the tones that compose this chord. For a broader understanding of chord construction, you might find our guitar music theory tutorial helpful.

Whether you're a beginner looking to expand your chord vocabulary or an intermediate player seeking to delve deeper into music theory, mastering the A sus4 chord is a worthwhile endeavor. So grab your guitar and let's get started!

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