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C sus4 chord
The Csus4 chord (sus4) is made of the notes C, F, G. Its formula compared with the major scale is 1 4 5.
Csus4
Suspended and power chords · 3 notes
Note names
How it is built
| Degree | Note | Interval from the root |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C | Unison |
| 4 | F | Perfect fourth |
| 5 | G | Perfect fifth |
Inversions
- Csus4C F GRoot position
- Csus4/FF G CFirst inversion
- Csus4/GG C FSecond inversion
Frequently asked questions
- Which notes make up the Csus4 chord?
- The notes are C, F, G.
- What is the formula of the Csus4 chord?
- The formula is 1 4 5: perfect fourth, perfect fifth.
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