Guitar Dsus2 chord diagram
Dsus2 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 1 different songs. 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 → A chord transition
To move from Dsus2 to A, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on G string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger on B string from fret 3 to fret 2.
- Place index finger on D string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing Dsus2 use the transition to A at 81.8%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. 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 18.2%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using Dsus2 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Dsus2 chord, perfect for practice.
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.
What chords transition well from Dsus2 on Guitar?
Guitar Dsus2 commonly moves to A and D. Based on our catalog data, Dsus2 to A is recorded 9 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 81.8% of outgoing Dsus2 transitions. Dsus2 to D is recorded 2 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 18.2%.
What songs use the Dsus2 chord?
Radiohead - Let Down Chords is one of 1 songs that use the Dsus2 chord.