D#7sus4 Guitar Chord | Play, Hear and Practice Interactively
The D#7sus4 chord belongs to the fascinating family of suspended chords. It is unique because it replaces the third with a perfect fourth, creating a rich sound from the notes D#, G#, A#, and C#. These notes correspond to the intervals Root (1), Perfect Fourth (4), Perfect Fifth (5), and Minor Seventh (b7). Explore these voicings with the interactive fretboard tool at the top of this page, listen to the chord played as a strum or arpeggio, and get instant feedback on your accuracy using the real-time microphone feature.
Understanding the intervals that make up this chord is crucial for mastering its sound and placement. As a suspended chord, the D#7sus4 adds a unique sonic color to your playing, moving away from the typical major or minor harmony. Dive deeper into the concept of Suspended Chords to understand their theory, and broaden your knowledge of chord building with our Chord Construction tutorial. For smoother transitions between chords, check out our guide on how to Improve Chords Change.
Below, you'll find comprehensive resources including chord diagrams (from easy open positions to more advanced shapes), detailed music theory, popular songs that feature the D#7sus4, and the keys where this chord commonly appears. Before you delve into the diagrams, we highly recommend spending some time with the interactive tool above. Use the drum and BPM tool to set your tempo, play the chord, and let the mic feedback guide you to perfect your finger placement. This hands-on approach is the quickest way to integrate new chords into your playing.
Notes that compose the D# 7sus4 chord:
Tones in the Dominant Seventh Suspended Fourth chord:
D# Dominant Seventh Suspended Fourth Guitar Chord Fingers Positions
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FAQ
What are the specific notes that make up the D#7sus4 chord?
The D#7sus4 chord is constructed from the notes D#, G#, A#, and C#. D# serves as the root, G# is the perfect fourth, A# is the perfect fifth, and C# is the minor seventh.
Why is the D#7sus4 considered a 'suspended' chord?
The D#7sus4 is a suspended chord because it does not contain a major or minor third. Instead, the third is replaced by a perfect fourth (G# in this case), giving the chord a unique, often unresolved, or 'suspended' sound.
What do the 'sus4' and '7' components signify in the D#7sus4 chord name?
In the D#7sus4 chord, 'sus4' indicates that the third of the chord has been suspended and replaced by a perfect fourth. The '7' denotes the inclusion of a minor seventh interval in the chord structure.
What are the musical intervals that define the D#7sus4 chord structure?
The D#7sus4 chord is built using the intervals of a Root (1), a Perfect Fourth (4), a Perfect Fifth (5), and a Minor Seventh (b7). These intervals are crucial for understanding its unique sound and fretboard placement.
How does the D#7sus4 chord's sound differ from basic major or minor chords?
The D#7sus4 chord produces a distinct sonic color compared to basic major or minor chords because it lacks a major or minor third. This absence creates an open, often ambiguous or 'hanging' quality, which is neither definitively happy nor sad, adding unique flavor to your playing.
What skill level is typically recommended for learning the D#7sus4 chord?
The D#7sus4 chord is generally considered suitable for intermediate guitar playing. Its construction involves understanding intervals beyond basic major and minor triads, making it more complex than foundational chords.