Finger Positions

Csus2#5/D diagram
Root Note C
Name C suspended second sharp fifth over D
Intervals 1P-2M-5A
Relative Minor Am
Notes C, D, G#
Aliases

How to play the Csus2#5/D Chord

The Csus2#5/D is a fundamental suspended 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 suspended second sharp fifth over D is built using the 1P, 2M, 5A intervals. In the key of C Major, this chord functions as the I chord.

Common Progressions

In music composition, the Csus2#5/D 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 C, D, G#.

Acoustic & Digital Analysis

Digital footprint of the Csus2#5/D chord for MIDI programming and synthesizer sound design.

MIDI Numbers 60, 62, 68
Frequencies (Hz)

261.6255653005986, 293.6647679174076, 415.3046975799451