Guitar Dsus2 chord diagram
Dsus2 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play Dsus2, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dsus2, follow these steps: Place middle finger on G string fret 2. Place ring finger on B string fret 3.
Tips
- Place G string with your middle finger and B string with your ring finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 2 with your middle finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on Dsus2 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from Dsus2 to Dm/D# | Dm/E♭, using on B string, use your pinky and on G string, use your ring finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - E - A
- Intervals
- 1 - 2 - 5
- Chord Type
- Sus2 — open and suspended
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dsus2 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Dsus2 chord diagramx-5-2-2-3-5
Guitar Dsus2 chord diagramx-5-2-2-5-5
Guitar Dsus2 chord diagram5-x-2-2-3-5
Guitar Dsus2 chord diagram5-5-x-2-5-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dsus2, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dsus2 → Dm chord transition
To move from Dsus2 to Dm, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 3.
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
2. Dsus2 → Dm/A chord transition
To move from Dsus2 to Dm/A, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 3.
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
3. Dsus2 → Dm/E chord transition
To move from Dsus2 to Dm/E, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 3.
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
4. Dsus2 → Dm/D# | Dm/E♭ chord transition
To move from Dsus2 to Dm/D# | Dm/E♭, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 3.
- Place index finger on D string fret 1.
5. Dsus2 → A#m/D | B♭m/D chord transition
To move from Dsus2 to A#m/D | B♭m/D, follow these steps:
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on B string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from B string fret 3 to G string fret 3.
- Place index finger on E string fret 1.
6. Dsus2 → Am/D chord transition
To move from Dsus2 to Am/D, follow these steps:
- While playing Dsus2, lift your ring finger from B string fret 3.
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Place index finger on B string fret 1.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Dsus2 across songs on this site.
1. Dsus2 → D chord transition
To move from Dsus2 to D, follow these steps:
- Lift your middle finger from G string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on B string fret 3.
- Place index finger on G string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing Dsus2 use the transition to D at 100%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dsus2 easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar Dsus2 is beginner-friendly. It spans 2 frets. Practice slowly to keep each note clean.
What is the easiest way to play Dsus2?
There is a simpler alternative for Dsus2 on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering 5-5-x-2-5-5. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.