Ukulele Dsus4 chord diagram
Dsus4 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On this page, you can find how to play Dsus4, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play Dsus4, follow these steps: Place middle finger on C string fret 2. Place ring finger on E string fret 3.
Tips
- Place C string with your middle finger and E string with your ring finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On C string, press fret 2 with your middle finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- To play Dsus4 cleanly, every involved string should ring clearly. Make sure both fretted strings (C string and E string) and open strings sound clean. After shaping the chord, pluck each string one by one and confirm there is no muted or buzzing note.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- D - G - A
- Intervals
- 1 - 4 - 5
- Chord Type
- Sus4 — tension awaiting resolution
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Voicings
- 7
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play Dsus4 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele Dsus4 chord diagram2-2-3-5
Ukulele Dsus4 chord diagram7-7-5-5
Ukulele Dsus4 chord diagram7-7-3-5
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to Dsus4, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. Dsus4 → Gsus2 chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to Gsus2, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on C string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on E string fret 3.
2. Dsus4 → Cadd9 chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to Cadd9, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on C string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from E string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
3. Dsus4 → Gm chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to Gm, follow these steps:
- Keep middle finger on C string fret 2.
- Keep ring finger on E string fret 3.
- Place index finger on A string fret 1.
4. Dsus4 → Am chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to Am, follow these steps:
- While playing Dsus4, lift your ring finger from E string fret 3.
- Lift your middle finger from C string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
5. Dsus4 → C chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to C, follow these steps:
- While playing Dsus4, lift your middle finger from C string fret 2.
- Lift your ring finger from E string fret 3 and place it on A string fret 3.
6. Dsus4 → F#dim | G♭dim chord transition
To move from Dsus4 to F#dim | G♭dim, follow these steps:
- Lift your middle finger from C string fret 2 and place it on G string fret 2.
- Slide your ring finger on E string from fret 3 to fret 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dsus4 suitable for beginners on Ukulele?
Dsus4 works well for beginner-level Ukulele practice. It uses a 2-fret reach. Focus on finger placement first, then increase speed.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for Dsus4?
Dsus4 has a more accessible version for Ukulele players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 7-7-3-5. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.