A7sus4 guitar chord
The A7sus4 chord (A 7th suspended 4th) is built from the notes A, D, E and G, formula 1–4–5–b7.
- Notes
- A D E G
- Type
- 7th suspended 4th
- Level
- Beginner
OpenShape 1 of 4
x02030How to play A7sus4
The standard open A7sus4 shape is x02030. It needs 2 fingers and stays in the first few frets, so it is one of the chords most players learn early.
A suspended dominant sound used a lot in soul, gospel and funk.
Other ways to play it
Questions
What notes are in the A7sus4 chord?
A7sus4 contains A, D, E and G. Its formula is 1–4–5–b7.
Is A7sus4 hard to play on guitar?
No. The open shape (x02030) is beginner-friendly and doesn't need a barre.
What can I play instead of A7sus4?
Asus4 is the closest simpler chord. It keeps the same root and basic character, so it works when A7sus4 is too hard or too busy.