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A♭sus4 is the A♭ suspended 4th guitar chord. It uses the notes A♭, D♭, and E♭ and the interval formula 1-4-5.
The A♭ suspended 4th suspended 4th chord replaces the third with a perfect fourth D♭, creating a suspended, unresolved sound. This tension naturally resolves to the major or minor third, adding anticipation and dynamic movement in rock and pop.
These are quick-start shapes for players who want the answer first and the deeper theory second.
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Each note below shows how the chord is built from its root. This is the theory layer underneath the fretboard shapes.
The root anchors the chord and defines its tonal center.
The fourth creates suspension and a sense of pull toward resolution.
The fifth reinforces stability and gives the chord its strong harmonic frame.
Every shape is shown with its diagram and exact fingering instructions.
A♭sus4 uses the notes A♭, D♭, and E♭. Its interval formula is 1-4-5.
Place the 1st finger on the 4th fret of the 1st string, 2nd string, 5th string, and 6th string in barre position. Place the 3rd finger on the 6th fret of the 4th string. Place the 4th finger on the 6th fret of the 3rd string. Strum from the 6th string down.
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