Accessible Page: B Suspended Fourth Guitar Chord (Bsus4) | Easy Ways to Play It

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Chord Shapes

There are 5 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the A and high E strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the D string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 4 of the G string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 4 of the D and G strings at the same time
• Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 5 of the B string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 7 of the high E string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 3

Fingers Positions

• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 7 of the low E, A, B and high E strings at the same time
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 9 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 9 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 4

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the high E string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 4 of the D and G strings at the same time
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 5 of the B string

Position Characteristics

• This position requires barre
• This position is movable

Position 5

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Let the B 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 A string
• Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 4 of the D string
• Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 4 of the G string

Position Characteristics

• This position uses open strings

B sus4 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the B sus4 chord. This is a beautiful sounding chord that belongs to the family of suspended chords. Suspended chords are unique as they do not contain the third interval, which is a staple in most other chord types. The B sus4 chord is composed of the notes B, E, and F#, and the intervals that construct this chord are the 1 (Root), 4 (Perfect Fourth), and 5 (Perfect Fifth).

Suspended chords like the B sus4 provide a sense of tension and release in music, making them a popular choice in various genres. Learning how to play them will add a new layer of depth to your guitar playing. If you are new to the concept of intervals and how they build chords, you might want to check out our tutorial on chord construction and our guide to fretboard intervals.

In this tutorial, we will be providing you with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that clearly demonstrate the tones that make up the B sus4 chord. If you are interested in learning more about different chord types and how to denote them based on their intervals, we recommend our tutorial on chord notation.

Whether you are a beginner looking to expand your chord vocabulary, or an intermediate player seeking to delve deeper into music theory, understanding the B sus4 chord is a step in the right direction. Let's dive in and start exploring this fascinating chord!

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