Ukulele F#sus2 | G♭sus2 chord diagram
F#sus2 | G♭sus2 is one of the essential Ukulele chords. On this page, you can find how to play F#sus2 | G♭sus2, alternative positions, and core chord transitions.
To play F#sus2 | G♭sus2, follow these steps: Place index finger on G string and C string fret 1. Place middle finger on E string fret 2. Place pinky on A string fret 4. F#sus2 can also be written as G♭sus2; these names are enharmonic equivalents that represent the same pitch class.
Tips
- Place G string with your index finger and C string with your index finger with a vertical finger angle so nearby strings ring clearly without buzz.
- On G string, press fret 1 with your index finger close to the fret wire (not on top) for a cleaner tone.
- Keep the barre firm so every string rings clearly.
- This chord spans 4 frets; keep your thumb centered for reach.
Chord Theory
- Notes
- F# - G# - C#
- Intervals
- 1 - 2 - 5
- Chord Type
- Sus2 — open and suspended
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Barre chord
- Yes
- Voicings
- 5
Alternative Positions
Different ways to play F#sus2 | G♭sus2 on the fretboard, from beginner-friendly to advanced voicings.
Ukulele F#sus2 | G♭sus2 chord diagram6-6-4-4
Ukulele F#sus2 | G♭sus2 chord diagram6-8-9-9
Ukulele F#sus2 | G♭sus2 chord diagram11-8-9-9
Easy Transition Chords
These chords have similar finger positions to F#sus2 | G♭sus2, making them ideal for practice transitions.
1. F#sus2 | G♭sus2 → C#sus4 | D♭sus4 chord transition
To move from F#sus2 | G♭sus2 to C#sus4 | D♭sus4, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 4.
2. F#sus2 | G♭sus2 → C# | D♭ chord transition
To move from F#sus2 | G♭sus2 to C# | D♭, follow these steps:
- While playing F#sus2 | G♭sus2, lift your middle finger from E string fret 2.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep pinky on A string fret 4.
3. F#sus2 | G♭sus2 → Eadd9 chord transition
To move from F#sus2 | G♭sus2 to Eadd9, follow these steps:
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
- Lift your pinky from A string fret 4 and place it on C string fret 4.
4. F#sus2 | G♭sus2 → F#add9 | G♭add9 chord transition
To move from F#sus2 | G♭sus2 to F#add9 | G♭add9, follow these steps:
- While playing F#sus2 | G♭sus2, lift your pinky from A string fret 4.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Keep middle finger on E string fret 2.
5. F#sus2 | G♭sus2 → A#7 | B♭7 chord transition
To move from F#sus2 | G♭sus2 to A#7 | B♭7, follow these steps:
- While playing F#sus2 | G♭sus2, lift your pinky from A string fret 4.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 2 and place it on C string fret 2.
6. F#sus2 | G♭sus2 → C#7 | D♭7 chord transition
To move from F#sus2 | G♭sus2 to C#7 | D♭7, follow these steps:
- While playing F#sus2 | G♭sus2, lift your pinky from A string fret 4.
- Keep index finger on G string fret 1.
- Lift your middle finger from E string fret 2 and place it on A string fret 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is F#sus2 | G♭sus2 suitable for beginners on Ukulele?
F#sus2 | G♭sus2 sits in the intermediate range for Ukulele players. It uses a 4-fret span and includes a barre technique. Work on clean tone before pushing tempo.
Any beginner-friendly alternative for F#sus2 | G♭sus2?
F#sus2 | G♭sus2 has a more accessible version for Ukulele players. The alternative voicing uses fingering 11-8-9-9. It is a practical bridge between beginner and full voicings.