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Chord Shapes

There are 3 positions for this chord:

Position 1

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Mute the high E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 3 of the G string
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 4 of the B string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 6 of the A string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 6 of the D string

Position Characteristics

  • This position is movable

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Position 2

Fingers Positions

  • Mute the low E string
  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 6 of the A and high E strings at the same time
  • Place your middle finger (2) on the fret 8 of the D string
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 8 of the G string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 9 of the B string

Position Characteristics

  • This position requires barre
  • This position is movable

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Position 3

Fingers Positions

  • Place your index finger (1) on the fret 11 of the low E, A, B and high E strings at the same time
  • Place your ring finger (3) on the fret 13 of the D string
  • Place your pinky finger (4) on the fret 13 of the G string

Position Characteristics

  • This position requires barre
  • This position is movable

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D# sus4 Description

Welcome to our tutorial on the D# sus4 chord, a vibrant chord that belongs to the family of suspended chords. Suspended chords, as their name suggests, create a sense of suspension or unresolved tension by omitting the third interval and replacing it with either a fourth or a second. In the case of the D# sus4, the notes that compose this chord are D#, G#, and A#.

The D# sus4 chord is built using the intervals of 1 (root), 4 (perfect fourth), and 5 (perfect fifth). If you're unfamiliar with these terms, you might want to check out our tutorial about fretboard intervals and our tutorial on how to denote chords depending on the intervals that compose it.

Learning to play the D# sus4 chord involves understanding and mastering these intervals on the fretboard. Our tutorial that teaches how to build chords by stacking intervals can provide further insight into this process.

Once you've grasped the theory behind the D# sus4 chord, you'll be ready to explore its various positions and shapes on the fretboard. We'll guide you through this with chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that highlight the tones composing the chord. And if you're interested in further expanding your chord knowledge, our tutorial about suspended (sus) guitar chords covers a wide range of other sus chords you can learn.

Whether you're a beginner looking to expand your chord vocabulary or an experienced player seeking to add more flavor to your playing, the D# sus4 chord is a versatile addition to your repertoire. Let's dive in and start exploring this fascinating chord!

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