Asus2 chord
A suspended 2nd
C4
A
B
C5
E
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Notes
- AR
- B2
- E5
Formula: R – 2 – 5
Asus2 inversions
The same notes, with a different note in the bass.
Root position Asus2
C4
A
B
C5
E
1st inversion Asus2/B
C4
B
C5
E
A
2nd inversion Asus2/E
C5
E
A
B
C6
More A chords
Suspended 2nd chords in other keys
FAQ
What notes are in the Asus2 chord?
The A suspended 2nd chord (Asus2) has 3 notes: A, B and E.
How do you play Asus2 on the piano?
Put your right hand on A, B and E, starting from A. A common fingering for three-note chords is thumb (1), middle finger (3) and little finger (5).
What is the formula of a suspended 2nd chord?
R – 2 – 5 (in semitones from the root: 0, 2, 7).