C Suspended Second Guitar Chord Charts & Variations
Welcome to our tutorial on the C sus2 chord. This chord, belonging to the family of suspended chords, is composed of the notes C, D, and G. The intervals that build this chord are 1 (Root), 2 (Major Second), and 5 (Perfect Fifth).
Suspended chords are unique because they do not contain the third, which is typically present in most chords. This gives them a unique sound that is neither major nor minor, creating an open, airy feel. If you're interested in learning more about suspended chords, check out our tutorial on suspended guitar chords.
The C sus2 chord is built by stacking intervals. If you're not familiar with this concept, we have a tutorial that teaches how to build chords by stacking intervals.
Understanding the intervals that compose a chord is crucial for mastering the fretboard and improving your guitar skills. Our tutorial about fretboard intervals can guide you through this important aspect of guitar theory.
In this tutorial, we will not only teach you how to play the C sus2 chord, but we will also show you chord diagrams and fretboard patterns that highlight the tones composing the chord. This will help you understand the structure of the chord and how it is played on the guitar.
So, whether you are a beginner or an intermediate player looking to expand your knowledge of guitar chords, this tutorial is perfect for you. Let's dive into the fascinating world of the C sus2 chord!
Notes of the C sus2 chord:
Tones of the Suspended Second chord:
Guitar Patterns for the Csus2 chord
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Position 1
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Position 2
Open
Position 3
Barre
Movable
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FAQ
What notes make up a C sus2 guitar chord?
The C sus2 chord is composed of three specific notes: C, D, and G. C is the root, D is the major second, and G is the perfect fifth.
What are the intervals used to build a C sus2 chord?
A C sus2 chord is built using the 1 (Root), 2 (Major Second), and 5 (Perfect Fifth) intervals. For Csus2, this translates to C as the root, D as the major second, and G as the perfect fifth.
How is a C sus2 chord different from a standard major or minor chord?
The key difference is that a C sus2 chord does not contain the third interval, which is typically present in major and minor chords. Instead, the major second (D in the case of Csus2) replaces the third, giving it a unique sound that is neither major nor minor.
What kind of sound does a C sus2 chord produce on the guitar?
Because it lacks a third, the C sus2 chord creates an open, airy, and often somewhat unresolved sound. It doesn't have the definitive major or minor quality, making it versatile for different musical contexts.
What does 'suspended' mean in the context of the C sus2 chord?
In music theory, 'suspended' (sus) means that the third of the chord has been replaced by either a second or a fourth. For C sus2, the major second (D) replaces the third, creating a 'suspended' quality that leaves the chord feeling open and without a clear major or minor characteristic.