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E sus2 Description

The intervals that compose the E Suspended Second chord are Root, Major Second, and Perfect Fifth

Some books show this chord as:

• E Suspended Second
• Esus2

The notes of the E Suspended Second chord are E, F#, and B

Suspended chords create a tension that wants to be resolved.

Learn 3 positions for this chord

Position 1

Fingers Positions

• Mute the low E string
• Mute the A string
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the D and high E strings at the same time
• 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

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Position 2

Fingers Positions

• Let the low E string play without pressing any fret
• Place your index finger (1) on the fret 2 of the A, D and high E strings at the same time
• 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 uses open strings

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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

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