Guitar C7sus4 chord diagram
C7sus4 is one of the essential Guitar chords. On this page, you can find how to play C7sus4, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play C7sus4, follow these steps: Place index finger on B string and E string fret 1. Place middle finger on A string fret 3. Place ring finger on D string fret 3. Place pinky on G 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.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
- Mute unused strings to avoid unwanted ringing.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- C - E - G - A#
- 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 C7sus4 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Guitar C7sus4 chord diagramx-1-2-3-1-3
Guitar C7sus4 chord diagramx-3-2-3-1-3
Guitar C7sus4 chord diagramx-3-5-3-5-3
Guitar C7sus4 chord diagramx-3-2-3-x-3
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to C7sus4, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. C7sus4 → Csus4 chord transition
To move from C7sus4 to Csus4, follow these steps:
- While playing C7sus4, lift your middle finger from A string fret 3.
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 3 to D string fret 3.
2. C7sus4 → Fm/G chord transition
To move from C7sus4 to Fm/G, 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 A string fret 3 to E string fret 3.
- Lift your ring finger from D string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 3 to D string fret 3.
3. C7sus4 → Fsus4 chord transition
To move from C7sus4 to Fsus4, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on E string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on G string fret 3.
4. C7sus4 → C7 chord transition
To move from C7sus4 to C7, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on B string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from A string fret 3 and place it on D string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger from D string fret 3 to A string fret 3.
- Keep pinky on G string fret 3.
5. C7sus4 → Dm/C chord transition
To move from C7sus4 to Dm/C, follow these steps:
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Keep middle finger on A string fret 3.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 3.
- Slide your pinky from G string fret 3 to B string fret 3.
6. C7sus4 → Fm/A chord transition
To move from C7sus4 to Fm/A, follow these steps:
- While playing C7sus4, first lift your middle finger and pinky.
- Lift your index finger from B string fret 1 and place it on G string fret 1.
- Keep ring finger on D string fret 3.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C7sus4 suitable for beginners on Guitar?
C7sus4 sits in the intermediate range for Guitar players. It uses a 3-fret span and includes a barre technique. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for C7sus4?
C7sus4 has a more accessible version for Guitar players. The alternative voicing uses fingering x-3-2-3-x-3. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.