Explore the Dsus2 Chord on Guitar with Interactive Tools
The D sus2 chord offers a beautiful, open sound often found in folk, pop, and ambient music, creating a sense of suspended motion and longing. This member of the suspended chords family stands apart because it intentionally omits the third interval, relying instead on a root, a second, and a fifth. Specifically, the D sus2 is composed of the notes D, E, and A, reflecting the 1 (Root), 2 (Major Second), and 5 (Perfect Fifth) intervals. Dive into its sonic landscape with our interactive fretboard, where you can experiment with its unique voicings and immediately check your accuracy with real-time mic feedback, ensuring your playing matches the chord's distinctive character.
The essence of a suspended chord lies in its inherent tension, created by replacing the harmonically stable third with a second or a fourth. This absence of a major or minor third is what gives the D sus2 chord its distinctive open and unresolved quality, making it a favorite for adding color and movement to progressions. To fully grasp this unique construction, explore our comprehensive guide on chord construction. For a deeper dive into this fascinating family of harmonies, don't miss our dedicated tutorial about suspended (sus) guitar chords, which will broaden your understanding of how these chords function.
As you scroll down, you'll find a range of D sus2 chord diagrams, presented from the simplest to more advanced voicings, ready for you to experiment with. While theory helps us understand the 'why,' the real magic happens when you bring these chords to life. So, before delving too deep into the theoretical breakdown or searching for songs that feature this chord in various keys, pick up your guitar and spend some time playing these shapes on our interactive fretboard. Let your ears guide you as you explore the feel and sound of the D sus2 chord, and trust that our diagrams and detailed theory will be here to deepen your understanding when you're ready.
Notes of the D sus2 chord:
How to create the Suspended Second chord:
Guitar Patterns for the Dsus2 chord
Position 1
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Position 2
Open
Position 3
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Position 4
Barre
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FAQ
What notes make up a Dsus2 chord?
The Dsus2 chord is built from three specific notes: D, E, and A. These correspond to the root, a major second, and a perfect fifth, respectively, when stacked as intervals.
What makes the Dsus2 chord a 'suspended' chord?
The Dsus2 chord is considered a 'suspended' chord because it intentionally omits the third interval. Instead of a major or minor third, it uses a major second interval, which creates its characteristic open and often unresolved sound.
What intervals are used to construct a Dsus2 chord?
The Dsus2 chord is constructed using the 1st (Root), 2nd (Major Second), and 5th (Perfect Fifth) intervals. This specific combination gives it its distinct sound.
How does a Dsus2 chord sound different from a standard D major or D minor chord?
The Dsus2 chord sounds distinct because it replaces the third interval (which defines a chord as major or minor) with a second. This lack of a defining major or minor third creates an open, often 'suspended' or unresolved quality that differs from the more stable sound of major or minor chords.