Guitar Dsus4 chord diagram
Dsus4 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On Chordier, this chord appears in 2 different songs. On this page, you can find how to play Dsus4, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dsus4, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string fret 2. Place middle finger on B string fret 3. Place ring finger on E string fret 3.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and B string with your middle finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 2 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
- To play Dsus4 cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (G string, B string, and E string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - G - A
- Intervals
- 1 - 4 - 5
- Chord Type
- Sus4 — tension awaiting resolution
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dsus4 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar Dsus4 chord diagram3-x-x-2-3-3
Guitar Dsus4 chord diagramx-5-5-2-3-3
Guitar Dsus4 chord diagramx-5-5-2-3-5
Guitar Dsus4 chord diagram3-x-5-2-3-3
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dsus4, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dsus4 → Edim chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to Edim, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 3 to G string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on E string fret 3.
2. Dsus4 → Csus2 chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to Csus2, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 3.
- Keep middle finger on B string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on E string fret 3.
3. Dsus4 → D chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to D, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from B string fret 3 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from E string fret 3 to B string fret 3.
4. Dsus4 → Daug chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to Daug, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on E string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 3 to G string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from E string fret 3 and place it on B string fret 3.
5. Dsus4 → Gadd9 chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to Gadd9, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 2.
- Lift your middle finger from B string fret 3 and place it on E string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on E string fret 3.
6. Dsus4 → A5 chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to A5, follow these steps:
- While playing Dsus4, first lift your middle finger and ring finger.
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on D string fret 2.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from Dsus4 across songs on this site.
1. Dsus4 → G chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to G, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 3 to E string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on E string fret 3.
On Chordier, songs containing Dsus4 use the transition to G at 72.2%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
2. Dsus4 → Am7 chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to Am7, follow these steps:
- While playing Dsus4, lift your ring finger from E string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from G string fret 2 and place it on B string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from B string fret 3 to D string fret 2.
On Chordier, songs containing Dsus4 use the transition to Am7 at 13.9%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
3. Dsus4 → D/a/A chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to D/a/A, follow these steps:
On Chordier, songs containing Dsus4 use the transition to D/a/A at 13.9%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using Dsus4 Chord
Popular songs that feature the Dsus4 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dsus4 suitable for beginners on Guitar?
Dsus4 works well for beginner-level Guitar practice. It uses a 2-fret reach. Focus on finger placement first, then increase speed.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for Dsus4?
Dsus4 has a more accessible version for Guitar players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 3-x-5-2-3-3. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.
Which chords pair well with Dsus4 on Guitar?
Dsus4 works well with G and Am7 on Guitar. Based on our catalog data, transitions from Dsus4 to G account for 72.2% (26 total changes in 1 songs), and transitions to Am7 account for 13.9% (5 total changes in 1 songs).
Which songs include Dsus4?
Ella Langley - Dandelion Chords is one of 2 songs featuring the Dsus4 chord.