Asus4 guitar chord
The Asus4 chord (A suspended 4th) is built from the notes A, D and E, formula 1–4–5.
- Notes
- A D E
- Type
- suspended 4th
- Level
- Beginner
OpenShape 1 of 4
x02230How to play Asus4
The standard open Asus4 shape is x02230. It needs 3 fingers and stays in the first few frets, so it is one of the chords most players learn early.
Full of tension that usually resolves back to the plain major chord.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the Asus4 chord?
Asus4 contains A, D and E. Its formula is 1–4–5.
Is Asus4 hard to play on guitar?
No. The open shape (x02230) is beginner-friendly and doesn't need a barre.
What can I play instead of Asus4?
A is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when Asus4 is too hard or too busy.