Esus2 chord
E suspended 2nd
C4
E
F#
B
C5
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Notes
- ER
- F#2
- B5
Formula: R – 2 – 5
Esus2 inversions
The same notes, with a different note in the bass.
Root position Esus2
C4
E
F#
B
C5
1st inversion Esus2/F#
C4
F#
B
C5
E
2nd inversion Esus2/B
C4
B
C5
E
F#
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FAQ
What notes are in the Esus2 chord?
The E suspended 2nd chord (Esus2) has 3 notes: E, F# and B.
How do you play Esus2 on the piano?
Put your right hand on E, F# and B, starting from E. 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).