Guitar G7sus4 chord diagram
G7sus4 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 G7sus4, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play G7sus4, follow these steps: Place index finger on B string and E string fret 1. Place middle finger on E string fret 3. Place ring finger on A string fret 3.
Tips
- Place B string with your index finger and E string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On B string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Finger choices on G7sus4 can be optimized for the next chord. For example, when moving from G7sus4 to Gm7, using on E string, use your ring finger, on A string, use your pinky, on B string, use your middle finger, and on E string, use your middle finger helps preserve hand position with minimal movement.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- G - B - D - F
- Intervals
- 1 - 3 - 5 - b7
- Chord Type
- Dominant 7 — blues and funk tone
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play G7sus4 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar G7sus4 chord diagram3-5-3-4-3-3
Guitar G7sus4 chord diagramx-2-3-4-3-3
Guitar G7sus4 chord diagramx-2-3-x-3-3
Guitar G7sus4 chord diagramx-5-3-4-3-3
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to G7sus4, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. G7sus4 → Gm7 chord transition
To move from G7sus4 to Gm7, follow these steps:
- While playing G7sus4, lift your index finger from B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from A string fret 3 and place it on D string fret 3.
2. G7sus4 → Fm/A chord transition
To move from G7sus4 to Fm/A, follow these steps:
- While playing G7sus4, lift your middle finger from E string fret 3.
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your ring finger from A string fret 3 to D string fret 3.
3. G7sus4 → Fm/G chord transition
To move from G7sus4 to Fm/G, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 3.
- Place pinky on D string fret 3.
4. G7sus4 → Gsus4 chord transition
To move from G7sus4 to Gsus4, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 3.
- Place pinky on E string fret 3.
5. G7sus4 → C chord transition
To move from G7sus4 to C, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 3 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 3.
6. G7sus4 → Caug chord transition
To move from G7sus4 to Caug, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Slide your middle finger from E string fret 3 to D string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on A string fret 3.
Most Common Transitions
The most frequent chord transitions from G7sus4 across songs on this site.
1. G7sus4 → G7 chord transition
To move from G7sus4 to G7, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on A string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 3.
- Slide your ring finger from A string fret 3 to E string fret 1.
On Chordier, songs containing G7sus4 use the transition to G7 at 10%. You can practice this transition in 1 different songs.
Songs Using G7sus4 Chord
Popular songs that feature the G7sus4 chord, perfect for practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is G7sus4 easy to play on Guitar?
Guitar G7sus4 is generally intermediate. It spans 3 frets and includes a barre technique. Consistent practice helps the shape feel natural.
What is the easiest way to play G7sus4?
There is a simpler alternative for G7sus4 on Guitar. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-5-3-4-3-3. This voicing reduces hand movement and makes clean transitions easier.
What chords transition well from G7sus4 on Guitar?
Guitar G7sus4 commonly moves to C and G7. Based on our catalog data, G7sus4 to C is recorded 9 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 90% of outgoing G7sus4 transitions. G7sus4 to G7 is recorded 1 times, appears in 1 songs, and represents 10%.
What songs use the G7sus4 chord?
Byrds - Turn! Turn! Turn! Chords is one of 1 songs that use the G7sus4 chord.