Finger Positions

C7sus2#5/G diagram
Root Note C
Name C seventh suspended second sharp fifth over G
Intervals 1P-2M-5A-7m
Relative Minor Am
Notes G, C, D, G#, Bb
Aliases

How to play the C7sus2#5/G Chord

The C7sus2#5/G is a fundamental dominant chord in guitar music. To play this chord correctly, ensure your fingers are placed precisely on the frets indicated in the diagram above.

Music Theory Analysis

From a theoretical perspective, the C seventh suspended second sharp fifth over G is built using the 1P, 2M, 5A, 7m intervals. In the key of C Major, this chord functions as the I chord.

Common Progressions

In music composition, the C7sus2#5/G chord is often used to create tension or resolution.

I-V-vi-IV

C G Am F

vi-IV-I-V

Am F C G

The Diatonic Family

Understanding the "family" of chords that belong to C helps with transposition and ear training.

Triads

Scale Compatibility

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* 0 scales found containing the notes G, C, D, G#, Bb.

Acoustic & Digital Analysis

Digital footprint of the C7sus2#5/G chord for MIDI programming and synthesizer sound design.

MIDI Numbers 67, 60, 62, 68, 70
Frequencies (Hz)

391.99543598174927, 261.6255653005986, 293.6647679174076, 415.3046975799451, 466.1637615180899